Murphey Offers Medical Malpractice Measure
State Rep. Jason W. Murphey (R-Guthrie) has announced the introduction of legislation he says will lower medical costs by providing incentive for insurers to write "Negative Outcomes" insurance policies. Murphey said Negative Outcomes insurance is a unique approach to medical tort reform and would provide a free market alternative to the crises faced by physicians forced to deal with the high cost of medical malpractice insurance.
If passed, House Bill 1018, authored by Murphey, would allow a tax deduction for patients who purchase Negative Outcomes insurance. In the event of medical malpractice, the insurance would allow a patient to make an immediate claim for recovery of damages. It would eliminate the need to become involved in protracted legal action against a physician,and leave the decision to litigate with the insurance company. A patient could receive a settlement directly and avoid costly legal fees."I think this legislation would be a significant step in reducing incentive for those promoting 'jackpot justice' legal actions against Oklahoma physicians," Murphey said.
If passed, House Bill 1018, authored by Murphey, would allow a tax deduction for patients who purchase Negative Outcomes insurance. In the event of medical malpractice, the insurance would allow a patient to make an immediate claim for recovery of damages. It would eliminate the need to become involved in protracted legal action against a physician,and leave the decision to litigate with the insurance company. A patient could receive a settlement directly and avoid costly legal fees."I think this legislation would be a significant step in reducing incentive for those promoting 'jackpot justice' legal actions against Oklahoma physicians," Murphey said.
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