According to a new study based on information from the National Practitioner Data Bank (NPDB), the malpractice payments against anesthesiologists has decreased from $174.4 million to $91.1 million from 2005 to 2013. While this decrease has been a good thing, the focus seems to have shifted to suits involving outpatient services involving anesthesia.
Although there has been a shift in the number of suits involving inpatient and outpatient anesthesiologists, the amount paid in claims is still a lot less for outpatient services. It has been noted, though, that there is not a lot known regarding the effects of practice setting on malpractice payments. The study was based on data obtained from NPDB and presented at the American Society of Anesthesiologists annual meeting this year.
Errors involving anesthesia can cause serious harm to a patient and could leave long-lasting damage. It is important to understand your rights if you have been harmed due to anesthesia error. If you or someone you love has suffered an injury due to anesthesiologist error, you may be able to file a medical malpractice claim. Medical malpractice claims hold healthcare professionals accountable for negligence when injury is caused.
Medical malpractice claims may be filed against the following parties:
- Doctors
- Nurses
- Anesthesiologists
- Surgeons
At The Law Office of Snyder & Snyder, P.A., our Baltimore medical malpractice attorneys know how anesthesia errors occur and the harm it can cause. If you or your loved one has been harmed, our team can discuss your rights and options. You may have legal recourse in order to seek compensation for the damages caused by anesthesiologist error. Contact our team today to learn more. We offer free case evaluations to listen to your situation and determine the strongest course of action.