Hospital professional liability insurance HPL

{
  "id": "MLC-T-INS-001748",
  "term": "Hospital professional liability insurance HPL",
  "field": "Insurance and risk management",
  "definition": "A type of professional liability insurance that protects hospitals and their employed healthcare professionals against claims of medical malpractice or negligence. This policy covers legal defense costs and damages awarded due to errors, omissions, or wrongful acts in the provision of medical services. It is distinct from individual physician malpractice policies and covers the institution's vicarious liability.",
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/insurance/hospital-professional-liability-insurance-hpl/"
}