State of Florida Malpractice Notice for Patients
THIS PHYSICIAN DOES NOT CARRY MALPRACTICE INSURANCE
NOTICE
IMPORTANT NOTICE UNDER FLORIDA STATUTE LAW 458.320. PLEASE READ THIS IMPORTANT DOCUMENT AS THESE ARE YOUR RIGHTS UNDER FLORIDA STATUTE LAW 458.320
Dear Patient:
Under Florida law Statute (458.320 F.S.), physicians are generally required to carry medical malpractice
insurance or demonstrate financial responsibility to cover potential claims for medical malpractice. I HAVE
DECIDED NOT TO CARRY MEDICAL MALPRACTICE INSURANCE. This is permitted under Florida
law under certain conditions. Florida law imposes penalties against non-insured physicians who fail to satisfy
adverse judgements arising from claims of medical malpractice. This notice is provided pursuant of Florida
law statute (459.320 F.S.).
Thank you,
Lyall J. Ashberg MD
This form is provided to protect your rights under Florida Statute 458.320.
COPY OF STATUE 458.320 F.S. PROVIDED ON REQUEST
