Published by the North Carolina Institute of Medicine www.ncmedicaljournal.com Founded by the North Carolina Medical Society in 1849 January/February 2004, 65:1 You take care of your patients. We’ll take care of you. GE Medical Protective’s Strengths: • Great reputation and 100 years’ experience • Early, aggressive defense • Joint decision-making — “consent to settle” feature* • Expert claims handling • Industry-leading ratings — A.M. Best and Standard & Poor's • Strong balance sheet • Innovative products and services • Access to broad resources of GE For more than a century, we’ve been insuring practices like yours against the perils of malpractice lawsuits. We know how to protect your reputation, so you can spend your time practicing medicine. We’ve also gained a clear understanding of the value of your work. Not just because of what it means to your practice and your family, but because of what it means to the patients you treat. And comfort. And help. So, with all that on the line, we offer you no less than the best. Plus ratings and financial strength that are most formidable. Because at the end of the day, even the folks that do the caring need comfort. You’ll find it here. Call 1-800-4MedPro or visit www. GEMedicalProtective.com for a free brochure, or contact your local agent for more information. All insurance products are underwritten by The Medical Protective Company unless otherwise indicated. The Medical Protective Company is licensed in all states and the District of Columbia. *Medical Protective can offer individual physicians and dentists the right to written consent before settling a claim. Contact Medical Protective and see if you are eligible to receive this important provision at your location. THE NC HEALTHCARE ENTERPRISES WORKERS COMPENSATION FUND The Fund was formed in 1993 by McNeary to offer the healthcare community an opportunity to capitalize on their comparatively lower exposure to loss, as a homogeneous group. Because of the nature of the exposure, as well as, a dedicated commitment to loss control, the Fund has worked well since its inception.Today, over 40 hospitals and medical practices enjoy the financial benefits of the Fund! The program is endorsed by the North Carolina Hospital Association. REASONS TO JOIN THE GROUP: l Competitive Pricing l Coverage for volunteers l Easy pay plan l Efficient responses to loss control and renewal-no insurance company bureaucracy l Experienced claims adjusters who work exclusively for the Fund l Long term stability of coverage SABRE CAPITAL Mergers, Acquisitions & Divestitures THE LEADING HEALTHCARE FINANCIAL ADVISORY FIRM IN THE SOUTHEAST OUR STAFF OF PROFESSIONALS INVITE YOUR INQUIRY AS TO HOW WE CAN ASSIST THE HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONAL IN: MEDICAL PRACTICE VALUATIONS MEDICAL PRACTICE ASSESSMENTS HEALTHCARE BUSINESS VALUATIONS ACQUISITION & DIVESTITURE OF HEALTHCARE COMPANIES ACQUISITION & DIVESTITURE OF C.O.N.’S ACQUISITION & DEVELOPMENT OF HEALTHCARE REAL ESTATE PLEASE CONTACT: VERNON B. POWELL, CBI SABRE CAPITAL 2100-F W. CORNWALLIS DRIVE PO BOX 29169 GREENSBORO, NC 27429-9169 336-282-7200 VOICE 336-282-7291 FAX
[email protected] THE LEADER IN HEALTHCARE MERGERS & ACQUISITIONS l Opportunity for ownership equity l Voice in management of your program Begin reaping the benefits of a proactive approach to workers compensation costs by joining dozens of your colleagues in this unique program. You will not be disappointed. The group was formed and is managed by McNeary, a name that has been familiar to the medical community for over 35 years. CONTACT: William Klein-Assistant Vice President McNeary—Healthcare Services Division 6525 Morris