Bariatric Surgery Enters Hospital Mainstream: An Advisen Market Perspective
Publication Date: June 9, 2006
Source: Advisen -- Healthcare
"Key Points: Bariatric (stomach reduction) surgery is becoming more common as the obesity problem intensifies and hospitals start viewing it as an attractive source of income in lean financial times. While underwriters remain cautious about hospitals where bariatric surgery is performed, risk managers and their brokers are generally able to obtain coverage at reasonable rates, as long as proper accreditation and loss control procedures are maintained. Patient selection and counseling, surgeon credentialing, and facility modifications are key to avoiding or minimizing bariatric malpractice claims..."
Source: Advisen -- Healthcare
"Key Points: Bariatric (stomach reduction) surgery is becoming more common as the obesity problem intensifies and hospitals start viewing it as an attractive source of income in lean financial times. While underwriters remain cautious about hospitals where bariatric surgery is performed, risk managers and their brokers are generally able to obtain coverage at reasonable rates, as long as proper accreditation and loss control procedures are maintained. Patient selection and counseling, surgeon credentialing, and facility modifications are key to avoiding or minimizing bariatric malpractice claims..."
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