Policy Research Perspectives: Medical liability claim frequency

Medical liability claim frequency among U.S. physicians

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This AMA Policy Research Perspective analyzes trends in medical liability claim frequency from 2016 to 2024 using data from the AMA Physician Practice Benchmark Survey. The findings reveal a moderate decline from 2016 to 2024 and significant variation across specialty.

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