Neurosurgeons Face the Highest Malpractice Risk in Medicine
Neurosurgeons Face the Highest Malpractice Risk in Medicine
Nearly 1 in 5 neurosurgeons is named in a malpractice claim each year, the highest rate of any specialty, and neurosurgery claims consistently produce some of the largest indemnity payments in medicine. With claim frequency rising and jury awards growing, neurosurgeons need liability coverage built to withstand high-value claims and specialty-specific risks.
At MEDPLI, we shop A-rated carriers on your behalf to find tailored coverage at a competitive price.
Neurosurgeons who reported being named in one or more lawsuits
*according to 2020 Medscape Medical News
Average indemnity paid in a closed neurosurgical civil claim
*according to the Journal of Neurosurgery
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We review your needs and confirm your liability requirements in accordance with state laws and employment contracts.
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The highest risk factors for neurosurgeons include:
The most common reasons neurosurgeons are sued include:
The highest risk factors for neurosurgeons include:
The most common reasons neurosurgeons are sued include:
What Does Malpractice Insurance for Neurosurgeons Cover?
Specialized malpractice policies protect your personal and practice assets if a patient alleges injury related to your:
These policies also typically cover legal defense costs, settlements, and judgments up to your policy limits.
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How Much Does Neurosurgeon Malpractice Insurance Cost? (Updated for 2026)
Premiums vary widely depending on location, specific application details, and the insurance carrier’s underwriting process, with most neurosurgeon malpractice insurance policies ranging from $30,000 to $80,000. (These estimates are for informational purposes only.)
Medical Malpractice Insurance Rates for Neurosurgeons by State
| City | State | Premium Estimate | Limits of Liability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Birmingham | AL | $45,000 | $1,000,000/$3,000,000 |
| Little Rock | AR | $40,000 | $1,000,000/$3,000,000 |
| Phoenix | AZ | $55,000 | $1,000,000/$3,000,000 |
| Los Angeles | CA | $45,000 | $1,000,000/$3,000,000 |
| Denver | CO | $55,000 | $1,000,000/$3,000,000 |
| Bridgeport | CT | $50,000 | $1,000,000/$4,000,000 |
| Wilmington | DE | $55,000 | $1,000,000/$3,000,000 |
| Washington DC | $85,000 | $1,000,000/$3,000,000 | |
| Miami | FL* | $80,000 | $1,000,000/$3,000,000 |
| Miami | FL* | $60,000 | $250,000/$750,000 |
| Atlanta | GA | $55,000 | $1,000,000/$3,000,000 |
| Honolulu | HI | $55,000 | $1,000,000/$3,000,000 |
| Des Moines | IA | $35,000 | $1,000,000/$3,000,000 |
| Boise | ID | $30,000 | $1,000,000/$3,000,000 |
| Chicago | IL | $95,000 | $1,000,000/$3,000,000 |
| Wichita | KS | $35,000 + KS HCSF | $200,000/$600,000 |
| Louisville | KY | $50,000 | $1,000,000/$3,000,000 |
| Indianapolis | IN | $30,000 + IN PCF | $250,000/$750,000 |
| New Orleans | LA | $35,000 + LA PCF | $100,000/$300,000 |
| Boston | MA | $65,000 | $1,000,000/$3,000,000 |
| Baltimore | MD | $70,000 | $1,000,000/$3,000,000 |
| Portland | ME | $40,000 | $1,000,000/$3,000,000 |
| Detroit | MI | $70,000 | $1,000,000/$3,000,000 |
| St. Louis | MO | $60,000 | $1,000,000/$3,000,000 |
| Minneapolis | MN | $30,000 | $1,000,000/$3,000,000 |
| Jackson | MS | $60,000 | $1,000,000/$3,000,000 |
| Billings | MT | $65,000 | $1,000,000/$3,000,000 |
| Charlotte | NC | $400,000 | $1,000,000/$3,000,000 |
| Fargo | ND | $30,000 | $1,000,000/$3,000,000 |
| Omaha | NE | $30,000 | $1,000,000/$3,000,000 |
| Manchester | NH | $55,000 | $1,000,000/$3,000,000 |
| Albuquerque | NM | $55,000 + NM PCF | $250,000/750,000 (Only Occurrence; no Claims-Made coverage) |
| Newark | NJ | $65,000 | $1,000,000/$3,000,000 |
| Las Vegas | NV | $75,000 | $1,000,000/$3,000,000 |
| Manhattan, NY | NY | $135,000 | $1,300,000/$3,900,000 |
| Columbus | OH | $60,000 | $1,000,000/$3,000,000 |
| Oklahoma City | OK | $50,000 | $1,000,000/$3,000,000 |
| Portland | OR | $40,000 | $1,000,000/$3,000,000 |
| Philadelphia | PA | $65,000 + MCARE | $500,000/$1,500,000 |
| Providence | RI | $50,000 | $1,000,000/$3,000,000 |
| Charleston | SC | $50,000 | $1,000,000/$3,000,000 |
| Sioux Falls | SD | $30,000 | $1,000,000/$3,000,000 |
| Nashville | TN | $45,000 | $1,000,000/$3,000,000 |
| Houston | TX* | $35,000 | $200,000/$600,000 |
| Houston | TX* | $50,000 | $1,000,000/$3,000,000 |
| Salt Lake City | UT | $45,000 | $1,000,000/$3,000,000 |
| Burlington | VT | $35,000 | $1,000,000/$3,000,000 |
| Seattle | WA | $50,000 | $1,000,000/$3,000,000 |
| Virginia Beach | VA | $50,000 | $2,650,000/$7,950,000 |
| Milwaukee | WI | $35,000 + PCF | $1,000,000/$3,000,000 |
| Charleston | WI | $65,000 | $1,000,000/$3,000,000 |
| Cheyenne | WY | $50,000 | $1,000,000/$3,000,000 |
*These states have limit options
Note: These rates are approximate, and each individual’s unique factors can affect their premium.
Medical malpractice insurance rates for neurosurgeons vary widely based on several factors, including:
Working with an experienced medical malpractice broker helps you navigate these complexities and secure customized coverage that fits your needs—without overpaying.
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