Frequently Asked Questions: Education

Does HIC offer a certified medical education risk management course for credit?

An online educational course is available for physicians. This course satisfies the New York State risk management education requirement for Excess (Section 18) Professional Liability Insurance coverage, and physicians can earn three or five CME credits.

How do I enroll in a HIC risk management course?

Policyholders can log on and click here to go to HIC course offerings. For more information contact HIC at: Phone Number: 800.982.7101 Fax Number: 914.328.3716 e-mail HIC Hospitals Insurance Company, Inc. 50 Main Street, Suite 1220 White Plains, NY 10606

What is the discount for physicians who have completed a risk management course?

Physicians with primary insurance from HIC are entitled to a premium discount of 5% if they have completed an approved risk management continuing medical education course.

What is the cost of a HIC risk management course?

There is no charge to HIC policyholders.

How often do I need to take a risk management course to maintain my premium discount rate?

You must have completed a state-certified program within two years of your renewal date.

What types of risk management educational programs are available to hospitals and long-term care facilities through HIC?

Policyholders can request HIC's risk management staff to provide on-site educational programs. Available topics include: medical record documentation, informed consent, communications and other pertinent risk-related issues. Actual case studies are presented as well as current risk management techniques. HIC also can assist you in developing and customizing your own programs.