Characterizing malpractice cases involving emergency department advanced practice providers, physicians in training, and attending physicians
Peter S. Antkowiak,
Shin‐Yi Lai,
Ryan C. Burke
et al.
Abstract:ObjectiveTo evaluate available characteristics and financial costs of malpractice cases among Advanced Practice Providers (Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants), trainees (medical students, residents, fellows) and attending physicians.MethodsA retrospective analysis of claims occurring in the emergency department from January 1, 2010 to December 31, 2019 contained in the Candello database. Cases were classified according to the provider type(s) involved: Nurse Practitioner (NP), Physician Assistant (PA… Show more
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