Doctors Company releases psychiatry claims analysis to enhance patient safety
NAPA, Calif., Sept. 1, 2026 /CourierPR/ -- The Doctors Company, the nation's largest physician-owned medical malpractice insurer, has released its latest monthly analysis, "Psychiatry Claims: September Malpractice Risk Review," aimed at enhancing patient safety and clinical risk management in psychiatric practices. This edition, published on The Doctors Company’s website, provides evidence-based insights derived from real claims data, focusing on three key areas: contributing factors to patient harm, negligence allegations, and a case summary related to the failure to report child sexual abuse.
According to Julie Ritzman, MBA, CPHRM, Senior Vice President of Patient Safety and Risk Management at The Doctors Company, "Every malpractice claim offers an opportunity to identify areas for improvement in patient care. By examining psychiatry claims, we can pinpoint trends that help clinicians and healthcare leaders make informed decisions to enhance communication, decision-making, and overall patient safety."
The analysis identifies common drivers of psychiatry claims, including patient behavior, clinical judgment, communication, and documentation. It also examines negligence allegations in psychiatric practices, providing practitioners and staff with actionable insights to proactively address potential risks. Additionally, the report highlights the critical importance of understanding and adhering to mandated reporting requirements for child abuse, consulting organizational policies, and maintaining thorough documentation.
"Psychiatry Claims: September Malpractice Risk Review" is available at thedoctors.com/psychiatryMRR, where healthcare professionals can access the comprehensive insights to improve their practices. The document underscores the significance of these issues, offering a roadmap for healthcare providers to navigate challenges and reduce the risk of malpractice exposure.
"These analyses are part of our ongoing commitment to support clinicians and healthcare organizations in managing risk and improving patient outcomes," said Ritzman. "By sharing these findings, we aim to empower healthcare professionals to make better-informed decisions that enhance the quality of care provided to patients."
The Doctors Company, part of TDC Group, continues to provide expert guidance and resources to hospitals and practices of all sizes. As the nation's largest physician-owned provider of insurance and risk management solutions, The Doctors Company serves more than 200,000 healthcare professionals and organizations across the United States, with direct written premiums of $2.6 billion and assets of $12 billion.