Your limits of liability are the maximum amount your carrier will pay out under your policy. Most doctors carry $1,000,000 per claim/$3,000,000 aggregate limits for professional liability. This means the most the carrier will pay is $1,000,000 per claim, not more than $3,000,000 in total.
About the Author: Max Schloemann

Max Schloemann is a medical malpractice insurance broker, focused on helping physicians and surgeons secure Medical Professional Liability coverage. Max graduated Magna cum Laude from Southern Illinois University College of Business and was named the Outstanding Management Senior. Max’s career in medical malpractice insurance began in 2008 with an industry-leading firm. Max founded MEDPLI in 2017 to help private practice physicians and doctors changing jobs navigate the complexities of medical malpractice insurance in the new era of healthcare. Max’s wife, Kristen, a Physician Assistant, and their 4 kids enjoy spending time outdoors and going to the kids' sporting activities. If you have a question about medical malpractice insurance for your practice, you can contact Max here.