Telemedicine is no longer a temporary solution. It is a permanent fixture of modern healthcare delivery. The global telehealth market is projected to exceed $175 billion by 2026, nearly quadrupling its 2019 value. What began as a pandemic-era necessity has evolved into an embedded clinical workflow across primary care, behavioral health, urgent care, specialty consults, […]

When a physician changes jobs, retires, or shifts insurance carriers, one critical risk management question emerges: Are you still covered if a claim arises after your current policy ends? This is where tail coverage, formally known as an Extended Reporting Period (ERP), comes in. Because most physicians carry claims-made malpractice policies, which only respond to […]

The Inevitability of the Claim For many physicians, a malpractice claim is not a matter of if, but when. According to the American Medical Association, 31% of physicians have been sued at some point in their careers. For general surgeons and OB-GYNs, that number exceeds 75% by age 55. Just as important: a claim does […]

David Leander and Tim Arnieri are senior agents at Cunningham Group who have earned a reputation among physicians and industry peers as go-to experts for medical malpractice insurance. Both bring deep expertise and a consultative approach to their work, helping solo practitioners, group practices, and healthcare organizations navigate today’s evolving med mal landscape. It’s not […]

The Rhode Island Supreme Court’s decision in Almonte v. Kurl (46 A.3d 1) shed some light on the complexities of medical malpractice claims involving Rhode Island suicide cases and raised important questions about the limits of suicide liability in cases marked by inherent unpredictability. For healthcare providers, particularly those in high-stakes settings like emergency rooms, […]

We here at Cunningham Group understand that medical professionals don’t want to pay any more than necessary for great medical malpractice insurance coverage. We know that managing your medical malpractice insurance costs is important for your practice. Fortunately, we’ve helped countless clients find better coverage and avoid costly pitfalls. So, let’s take a moment to […]

PLEASE NOTE: Cunningham Group does NOT have any insurance options for international work. This article is for informational purposes only. Please contact another insurance agency for this type of coverage. With the rise of medical tourism, telemedicine, and global healthcare services, international malpractice insurance is becoming increasingly essential for U.S. physicians. Doctors who treat medical […]

The Rise of Medical Spas and Their Unique Insurance Needs Medical spas have experienced rapid growth in recent years, combining traditional spa treatments with medical-grade procedures like Botox, laser treatments, and more. As a result, these businesses face unique medical spa insurance needs that differ from those of typical spas.  Medical spa liability insurance is […]

The physician-patient relationship is built on mutual trust, communication, and responsibility. While most patients uphold these expectations, there are times when a patient’s behavior may compel a physician to consider ending the relationship. Physicians must balance their ethical obligations with protecting their practice from potential liability, as improper termination can lead to abandonment claims and […]