Malpractice costs are a relatively small proportion of the total costs for healthcare[1]. Probably around 3%. Doctors love to complain about being sued and abou

Malpractice costs are a relatively small proportion of the total costs for healthcare[1]. Probably around 3%. Doctors love to complain about being sued and about the high cost of premiums, but being able to sue for malpractice is the only recourse a patient has when a doctor or medical practice screws up. [1] https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3048809/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3048809/