Why is it important to maintain liabilty coverage as a medical assistant?

Question

Why is it important to maintain liabilty coverage as a medical assistant?

Answer 1

It's probably not - your employer likely covers you.

Answer 2

because you are not incorporated, and generally medical assistants often are not employees but 1099 employees (independent contractors). Even if you are a W2 employee, you would probably be covered for malpractice, but not for situations where you are held personally liable for negligence, etc.

Answer 3

So you can keep working.

Answer 4

you are part of the team and responsible!