Working with WisMed Assure Helps Keep Medical Malpractice Rates Low in Wisconsin
By Shawna Bertalot, CIC, ACI, WisMed Assure President
Some good news for Wisconsin Physicians, Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNA), and the hospitals and clinics that employ them. At the last meeting of The Board of Governors of the Injured Patients and Families Compensation Fund (IPFCF) in December 2024, the Actuarial Committee made the recommendation to keep rates the same for the IPFCF’s Fiscal Year July 1, 2025 to July 1, 2026.
Last-Minute Money Moves for 2024 Taxes
By Mark Ziety, CFP®, AIF®, Senior Advisor, WisMed Financial
As the April 15 tax deadline approaches, physicians still have opportunities to adjust and improve their 2024 tax returns.
Contribute to a Health Savings Account If you have a high-deductible health plan (HDHP), you may be eligible to contribute to a Health Savings Account (HSA). For 2024, the contribution limits are $4,150 for individuals and $8,300 for families. Contributions can be made until the tax filing deadline.
Hidden Tax Benefits of Long-term Care Planning
By Tom Strangstalien, Insurance Advisor
We’re well into the tax season, filing our returns for 2024 and planning for the 2025 tax year, and this is a perfect time to explore the hidden tax advantages offered by diligent long-term care planning.
Tenants Improvements and Betterments, Is Your Clinic Properly Insured?
By Laura Weber, Senior Large Account Director
If you rent space for your office, clinic, or even just for storage, it’s important to understand per the lease terms which party (lessee versus lessor) is responsible for covering property at the location. The agreement with the building owner should specify: if a property damage occurs at the rented location, who is responsible for securing insurance to cover walls, flooring, permanent fixtures, including any updates you may have made to the property whether fixed or removable.
WisMed Assure Implements Employee Navigator to Enhance Benefits Administration
By Martin Hurst, Insurance Service Representative
WisMed Assure is taking a significant step in modernizing benefits administration for our employee benefits clients by implementing Employee Navigator (a leading benefits management platform designed to streamline enrollment, improve efficiency, and enhance overall experience for both employers and employees). This cloud-based platform serves as a central hub for benefits management, integrating with insurance carriers, payroll systems, and HR software to create a seamless and efficient process.
Good Samaritan Law
By Jensen Peck, Business and Professional Insurance Executive
Good Samaritan Laws in Wisconsin are vital for protecting physicians who provide emergency care outside of a clinical setting. These laws encourage medical professionals to offer immediate assistance in emergencies without the fear of legal recourse, allowing medical professionals to extend their care beyond hospitals and clinics. However, it is important to be aware of when the law protects you and when it may not apply.
