PRACTICE MANAGEMENT
Understanding the difference between claims-made and occurrence policies
Ensure your malpractice insurance policy covers you in the unlikely event a claim is made against you or your practice.
The silent policy: How one optometrist discovered a major flaw in their malpractice insurance policy
Find out how an AOA member was left vulnerable by their insurance carrier and learn how you can protect yourself from unclear coverage.
The malpractice insurance toolkit for doctors of optometry
Check out these resources from AOAExcel® to assist you in reviewing and purchasing guaranteed full-scope malpractice insurance coverage.
5 things optometrists need to know to obtain a malpractice insurance quote
Obtaining a malpractice insurance quote can be simple and easy if you know the answers to these five things ahead of time.
Stay prepared: When young optometrists should apply for malpractice insurance
The best time to apply for malpractice insurance depends on your personal circumstances.
These 5 ICD-10 codes may be excluded from your malpractice insurance policy
Ensure your malpractice insurance policy isn’t leaving you exposed by checking for these common exclusions.
Malpractice insurance 101: Get to know your certificate of insurance
The certificate of insurance for your malpractice insurance policy is a useful tool to understand your policy coverage. Review a sample certificate of insurance to learn about the information that is included.
5 reasons savvy optometric practice owners invest in cyber liability insurance
Cyber attacks are an increasingly common threat for optometric practices that rely on digital systems to store patient data and manage daily operations. Cyber liability insurance helps practice owners respond quickly to breaches by providing access to expert support, covering business interruption losses, and assisting with complex regulatory obligations. As cyber risks continue to grow, many practice owners view this coverage as an essential component of a comprehensive risk management strategy.
Optometric malpractice insurance applications made easy
Applying for malpractice insurance can be simple and easy if you are familiar with these 12 concepts prior to applying.
Questions to ask when reviewing your cyber liability insurance
Cyber liability insurance policies can vary significantly in the scope of protection they provide. By asking detailed questions about coverage for breach response, business interruption, regulatory obligations, and emerging cyber threats, optometric practice owners can better understand whether their policy truly reflects the risks their practice faces. A careful review helps ensure that coverage will support both operational recovery and financial stability if a cyber incident occurs.
HIPAA rule change on substance use disorder records won’t impact most optometrists
Most doctors of optometry can wait to update their Notice of Privacy Practices with AOA’s updated form.
How to choose the right cyber liability insurance policy for your optometric practice
Cyber attacks can disrupt patient care, compromise sensitive data and create costly regulatory obligations for optometric practices. Selecting the right cyber liability insurance policy helps ensure practice owners have access to expert response support, financial protection during downtime, and assistance navigating HIPAA and state privacy laws. By carefully evaluating coverage features, doctors of optometry can choose a policy that better protects their practice from the growing risks of cyber incidents.