claims-made policy

A type of medical malpractice or professional liability insurance policy for a physician or other health care professional in which coverage is provided for any claim that occurs only while the policy is in force, regardless of when the alleged malpractice, negligence, or injury occurred

claims-made policy

Malpractice A type of medical malpractice or professional liability insurance policy for a physician or other health care professional in which coverage is provided for any claim that occurs only while the policy is in force, regardless of when the alleged malpractice, negligence, or injury occurred. Cf Nose coverage, Occurrence policy, Tail coverage.