Where should physicians practice? WalletHub compared all 50 states and Washington, D.C. in its "2016's Best and Worst States for Doctors" report, to offer physicians insight into the pros and cons of practicing in each state.
Here is a snapshot of the report, listing the states with the lowest and highest malpractice award payouts per capita.
Lowest malpractice award payouts per capita
1. North Dakota
2. Minnesota
3. Wisconsin
4. Texas
5. North Carolina
Highest malpractice award payouts per capita
*All tied for 45th spot.
Maryland
Massachusetts
New Jersey
New York
Pennsylvania
Rhode Island
Read more report findings, here.
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