Ten Most Prevalent Associated Professional Personnel 1985–20086 (n = 20,518)
| Associated Professional Personnel | Closed Claims (n) | Paid Claims (n) | Paid to Closed (%) | Average Indemnity ($) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other physician | 7,812 | 2,327 | 29.8 | 178,262 |
| Consultant | 1,654 | 590 | 35.7 | 198,607 |
| Nurse | 1,300 | 535 | 41.2 | 155,228 |
| Emergency room physician | 1,061 | 434 | 40.9 | 167,115 |
| Radiologist | 1,056 | 408 | 38.6 | 171,686 |
| Manufacturer of drug or equipment | 649 | 1 | 0.2 | 1,000,000 |
| Physician assistant | 464 | 165 | 35.6 | 165,569 |
| Other hospital personnel | 459 | 189 | 41.2 | 114,968 |
| Resident or intern | 440 | 207 | 47.0 | 205,967 |
| Technician | 279 | 108 | 38.7 | 119,747 |