Superior Medical Malpractice Support
Half the National Average of Medical Malpractice Claims
Practicing medicine is not without risks, but USACS works on your behalf to reduce them and give you peace of mind. When you have the support of an organization with half the national average of medical malpractice claims, you feel confident and supported.
We develop risk management programs to help clinicians make the best decisions by providing consultation when they need it, 24/7. We build educational and clinical tools based on data we collect to continually improve outcomes.
Our approach to risk management is beneficial to both clinicians and patients.
EXCEPTIONAL, INDUSTRY-LEADING RESULTS
USACS’ claims management program assists clinicians in navigating any malpractice claims. You are not alone! And, by diligently collecting and analyzing patient safety information, we uncover core malpractice risks. Our data-based, targeted approach helps identify medico-legal risks before they become medico-legal cases.
FAILSAFE 24/7 ON-CALL SYSTEM
With the FailSafe program, you are never alone in managing a potentially risky situation. USACS clinicians have immediate, 24/7 access to a senior physician. You can get objective, experienced advice and consultation from a trusted peer with a clear, unbiased perspective.
RISK RETENTION GROUP PARTNERSHIP
Having our own risk retention group gives us better control of the cost of medical malpractice insurance, as we don’t rely on an unpredictable market and commercial insurance options. We also have better control over our claims defense, so we decide when, and if, to settle, while you keep doing excellent clinical work.
ONE-OF-A-KIND LAWSUIT MANAGEMENT
Even the most compliant medical risk management behaviors may not prevent all malpractice claims. USACS clinicians receive support and expert legal representation through our claims management program. All clinicians involved in a claim receive a peer mentor to support them through the mental and emotional stress of litigation.
We have a litigation support system. We will support you and help you deal with the stress, and we will also defend you. You continue to practice excellent clinical care, and we have your back.
John Bedolla, MD, USACS National Director of Risk
In the three steps I present for effective risk management, the first step is to truly care.
Dusty Otwell, VP and Chief Risk Officer
THREE STEPS TO MEANINGFUL RISK MANAGEMENT
With Dusty Otwell, vice president of claims and risk management at USACS
Learn more about how positive, patient-focused approach maintains the focus on patient outcomes and prevention of patient injuries rather than preventing lawsuits.
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Talk to a recruiter about positions staffed by USACS. Let our experienced team lead you through the career maze of competitive salaries, signing bonuses, retirement plans, insurance and medical malpractice coverage.