How Virtual Care Expands Access to Specialists
Although healthcare providers were thrust into the world of telehealth in 2020 in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, many are now realizing the overarching benefits of virtual care. One area that has stood out from the rest is the ability to provide better and more accessible specialty care to patients. According to a study published…
Read MoreDo School Counselors Need Their Own Insurance Policy?
When something goes wrong, the last thing you want to worry about is whether you’re properly insured or not. That’s why it’s important for school counselors to get professional liability insurance, which will cover them if they make a mistake in the workplace, or an unsatisfied parent decides the counselor harmed their child or gave…
Read MoreDo Marriage Counselors Need Professional Liability Insurance?
Marriage counselors work directly with people during one of the most vulnerable times in their lives, so it’s no surprise that there are sometimes misunderstandings that may veer into the litigious territory. It’s important for people who work with marriage counseling to have professional liability insurance that protects both them and their practice from problematic…
Read MoreSocial Worker Insurance: Do I Need My Own Coverage?
Social workers are passionate and giving people, who enter this field with a genuine desire to help people. Unfortunately, social workers are as vulnerable to threats of malpractice as any other licensed healthcare provider. Choosing the right insurance provider not only protects your career but your financial future as well, and allows you to work…
Read More5 Benefits to a Career as a Pharmacy Technician
Are you looking for a job in the healthcare field that doesn’t require many years of training? Would you like to take on administrative responsibilities as well as customer service duties? Do you enjoy working directly with people? If you answered yes to these questions, a career as a pharmacy technician might be right for…
Read MoreHow Digital Pharmacies Will Change the Industry
As consumers become more accustomed to purchasing nearly everything they need online, it’s no surprise that the pharmacy industry is following suit. Digital-only pharmacies have been on the rise for years with new businesses trying to set up shop and capture market share. At the same time, traditional pharmacies are working to digitize their operations,…
Read MoreHow to Become A Pharmacy Technician
If you’re interested in starting a career in healthcare sooner rather than later, consider becoming a pharmacy technician. While some medical roles require more than a decade of training, a pharmacy technician position requires just a few months to a few years’ preparation. In fact, depending on your particular state’s regulations, you may be qualified…
Read MoreSupporting Providers in the Age of Telehealth
It’s a Matter of Experience Before the age of COVID-19, telehealth technologies were sparsely used and akin to “another cool development” for most healthcare providers. Lovers of technology may have been fascinated with the potential of telehealth while old-schoolers preferred to keep things just the way they’ve worked for years. Medicare, Medicaid and insurance companies…
Read MoreWhen Are Lab Technicians Liable? Five Reasons to Carry Professional Liability Insurance
When most people think of medical malpractice, they don’t think of lab technicians. Unfortunately, as more lab tests become available to diagnose medical conditions, laboratory technicians have an increased risk of getting sued if they make a mistake that leads to patient harm. Moreover, if a patient sues for malpractice, they usually include everyone involved…
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