Such a shift could drive malpractice costs modestly higher. (sciencedaily.com)
Instead, as Lancman puts it, the measure seeks to «reduce medical malpractice costs by reducing incidents of medical malpractice.» (nystateofpolitics.com)
Current professional standards typically prohibit CNMs and OBs from functioning outside of hospitals or birthing centers — primarily due to safety concerns and prohibitive malpractice costs. (skepticalob.com)