Med-mal

{
  "id": "MLC-T-INS-002172",
  "term": "Med-mal",
  "field": "Insurance and risk management",
  "definition": "A colloquial abbreviation for medical malpractice insurance, which provides coverage for healthcare professionals and institutions against claims of negligence or errors that result in injury or harm to patients. This type of liability insurance covers legal defense costs and damages awarded in malpractice lawsuits. It is a specialized form of professional liability coverage.",
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/insurance/med-mal/"
}