A discussion that is quite likely to continue in both political and public policy arenas in 2019 will be whether California will seriously consider moving toward a healthcare-for-all model. The Golden State is already seeing new legislative attempts toward universal healthcare, or in other terms, “single-payer” healthcare.

CAP members face a variety of challenges in their medical practice in addition to lawsuits by patients. CAP members may also encounter Medical Board inquiries, regulatory investigations or complaints about Medicare/Medicaid fraud or abuse, and even discrimination lawsuits brought by former or current employees.

The Cooperative of American Physicians, Inc. actively supports health-related causes in communities served by our physician members. From local hospitals and fundraising efforts for medical research, to supporting our local youth and women’s organizations, CAP’s contributions to a variety of causes reflect the value the company places on giving back and being engaged in our communities.

If there is a list somewhere of phrases that will spur disagreement among physicians, certainly “curbside consult” would be included. One case shows how easy access to electronic health records can affect how involved a physician will be perceived in a particular case. A young mother was on hospital premises with her son, who was being treated for Mast Cell Activation Syndrome. The mother began to experience acute illness and self-injected two doses of epinephrine, which she carried because of her own history of anaphylaxis.

As an organization run by and committed to the success of our physician members, CAP offers you a full array of services beyond your medical professional liability coverage to help you operate a safer, more successful medical practice. Human resources support is just one example of those services.