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Phycicians Practice Address
Dr. RICHARD LEVITT, MD
1150 Campo Sano Avenue, Suite 301
US

Court Case # 2018-002292 CA-01

Indemnity Paid: $425,000.00

Florida Office of Insurance Regulation
Medical Malpractice Closed Claims Report

 
Department File Number : M201885180
Claim Number : BHS-H-007710
Date Submitted : 4/27/2018
 
Insurer Information
 
Insurer Name Coverage Type
Baptist Health South Florida Primary
Insurer FEIN Professional License Number
65-0267668 0000
Insurer Contact Information
Type First Name MI Last Name
Individual NANCY   CARR
Street Address
11440 SW 88th STREET
City State Zip
MIAMI FL 33176
Phone Ext Fax E-Mail Address
(305) 274 - 4070   (305) 274 - 2701 carol.lobacz@nccrms.com
 
Insured Information
 
TypeFirst NameMILast Name
IndividualRichard Levitt
Insurer TypeStreet Address of Practice
Self-Insurer1150 Campo Sano Avenue, Suite 301
CityStateZip CodeCounty
MiamiFL33145Dade
Policy NumberPer Claim Policy LimitsAggregate Policy Limits
PIC 2017/18 EXC1 PIC16$10,000,000$10,000,000
Profession or BusinessOther Profession or Business
Medical Doctor 
License NumberSpecialty Code & ClassificationCertification Number
ME24089Surgery - Orthopedic 

Florida Office of Insurance Regulation
Medical Malpractice Closed Claims Report


 
 
Injured Person Information
 
First NameMILast NameDate of Birth
    
Street AddressGenderCounty where Injury Occurred
 FDade
CityStateZip Code
   
Location where injury occuredOther location where injury occured
Hospital Inpatient Facility 
Name of InstitutionCode
SOUTH MIAMI HOSPITAL100154
Location of Institutional InjuryOther Location of Institutional Injury
Operating Suite 
Date of OccurrenceDate Reported to Insurer
10/7/201410/11/2017
 
Diagnostic Information
 
Final Diagnosis For Which Treatment Was Sought Including Patient's Actual Condition
Severe laxity of right knee with retained screws in tibia and fibula from prior surgical procedures needing removal.
Operation, Diagnostic, Or Treatment Procedure Rendered Causing The Injury
Right total knee arthroplasty with revision and patellofemoral mechanism reconstruction.
Diagnostic Code : 
Misdiagnosis Made, If Any, Of Patient's Actual Condition
None.
Principal Injury Giving Rise To The Claim
The patient's attorney alleged the physician's failure to remove screws from the patient's tibia and fibula and the physician's choice of implant resulted in right knee laxity and malalignment. This case was settled on behalf of this practitioner without an admission of liability in order to avoid protracted litigation.
Severity Of Injury
Permanent: Minor - Loss of fingers, loss or damage to organs. Includes non-disabling injuries.

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Legal Information
 
Date of SuitCircuit Court Case Number
1/24/20182018-002292 CA-01
County Suit Filed inDate of Final Disposition
Dade4/17/2018
Other Defendants Involved in this Claim
 
Stage of Legal System at which Settlement was Reached or Award Made
More than 90 days, after suit filed and prior to or during the course of mandatory settlement conference.
Final Method of Claim Disposition
Settled by parties
Court DecisionOther
No Court Proceedings. 
Arbitration
Claim not subject to Arbitration.
Date of Payment
4/8/2018
 
Financial Information
 
Was there a settlement Resulting in payment to the Plaintiff?Yes
Indemnity Paid by Insurer on behalf of Insured$425,000
Loss Adjust Expense Paid to Defense Counsel$9,698
All Other Loss Adjustment Expense Paid$12,984
Injured Person's Total Non-Economic Loss$425,000
Deductible$0
Injured Person's Total Economic Loss
 Incurred to DateAnticipated
Medical Expense$0$0
Wage Loss$0$0
Other Expenses$0$0
Safety Management Steps Taken by Insured to Make Similar Occurrence Less Likely
Physician discussed case with defense counsel and claim consultant.
 
Updates
 
No updates found.

 

 

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Court Case #

Indemnity Paid: $425,000.00

Florida Office of Insurance Regulation
Medical Malpractice Closed Claims Report

 
Department File Number : M201886067
Claim Number : BHS-H-007881
Date Submitted : 8/3/2018
 
Insurer Information
 
Insurer Name Coverage Type
Baptist Health South Florida Primary
Insurer FEIN Professional License Number
65-0267668 0000
Insurer Contact Information
Type First Name MI Last Name
Individual NANCY   CARR
Street Address
11440 SW 88th STREET
City State Zip
MIAMI FL 33176
Phone Ext Fax E-Mail Address
(305) 274 - 4070   (305) 274 - 2701 carol.lobacz@nccrms.com
 
Insured Information
 
TypeFirst NameMILast Name
IndividualRichard Levitt
Insurer TypeStreet Address of Practice
Self-Insurer1150 Campo Sano Avenue, Suite 301
CityStateZip CodeCounty
Coral GablesFL33146Dade
Policy NumberPer Claim Policy LimitsAggregate Policy Limits
PIC 2017/18 EXC1 PIC16$10,000,000$10,000,000
Profession or BusinessOther Profession or Business
Medical Doctor 
License NumberSpecialty Code & ClassificationCertification Number
ME24089Surgery - Orthopedic 

Florida Office of Insurance Regulation
Medical Malpractice Closed Claims Report


 
 
Injured Person Information
 
First NameMILast NameDate of Birth
    
Street AddressGenderCounty where Injury Occurred
 FDade
CityStateZip Code
   
Location where injury occuredOther location where injury occured
Hospital Inpatient Facility 
Name of InstitutionCode
SOUTH MIAMI HOSPITAL100154
Location of Institutional InjuryOther Location of Institutional Injury
Operating Suite 
Date of OccurrenceDate Reported to Insurer
1/12/20161/18/2018
 
Diagnostic Information
 
Final Diagnosis For Which Treatment Was Sought Including Patient's Actual Condition
Right knee osteoarthritis of the medial compartment.
Operation, Diagnostic, Or Treatment Procedure Rendered Causing The Injury
Right knee arthroscopy with extensive chondroplasty of the anterior compartment, extensive synovectomy anterior, medial and lateral compartments, partial lateral meniscectomy, arthrotomy, partial patellectomy for exostosis removal, and medial unicompartmental arthroplasty.
Diagnostic Code : 
Misdiagnosis Made, If Any, Of Patient's Actual Condition
None.
Principal Injury Giving Rise To The Claim
The patient's attorney alleged the physician failed to use an appropriately sized prosthesis for the medial unicompartmental arthroplasty and inappropriately installed the prosthesis with malrotation and unevenness.
Severity Of Injury
Permanent: Minor - Loss of fingers, loss or damage to organs. Includes non-disabling injuries.

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Legal Information
 
Date of SuitCircuit Court Case Number
 *NR
County Suit Filed inDate of Final Disposition
*NR7/13/2018
Other Defendants Involved in this Claim
 
Stage of Legal System at which Settlement was Reached or Award Made
Within the pre-suit period as set forth in 766.106 (more than 90 days before suit is filed).
Final Method of Claim Disposition
Settled by parties
Court DecisionOther
No Court Proceedings. 
Arbitration
Claim not subject to Arbitration.
Date of Payment
6/19/2018
 
Financial Information
 
Was there a settlement Resulting in payment to the Plaintiff?Yes
Indemnity Paid by Insurer on behalf of Insured$425,000
Loss Adjust Expense Paid to Defense Counsel$5,273
All Other Loss Adjustment Expense Paid$7,210
Injured Person's Total Non-Economic Loss$450,000
Deductible$0
Injured Person's Total Economic Loss
 Incurred to DateAnticipated
Medical Expense$0$0
Wage Loss$0$0
Other Expenses$0$0
Safety Management Steps Taken by Insured to Make Similar Occurrence Less Likely
Not applicable.
 
Updates
 
No updates found.

 

 

*NR: Prior to 04/28/1999 this field was not required in submitted claims.

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Court Case #

Indemnity Paid: $250,000.00

Florida Office of Insurance Regulation
Medical Malpractice Closed Claims Report

 
Department File Number : M201886642
Claim Number : SAM-IG-007500
Date Submitted : 10/8/2018
 
Insurer Information
 
Insurer Name Coverage Type
SAMARITAN RISK RETENTION GROUP, INC. Primary
Insurer FEIN Professional License Number
20-3433505  
Insurer Contact Information
Type First Name MI Last Name
Individual NANCY   CARR
Street Address
11440 SW 88th STREET
City State Zip
MIAMI FL 33176
Phone Ext Fax E-Mail Address
(305) 274 - 4070   (305) 274 - 2701 carol.lobacz@nccrms.com
 
Insured Information
 
TypeFirst NameMILast Name
IndividualRichard Levitt
Insurer TypeStreet Address of Practice
Licensed445 Grand Bay Drive, #806
CityStateZip CodeCounty
Key BiscayneFL33149Dade
Policy NumberPer Claim Policy LimitsAggregate Policy Limits
SPL 1062$250,000$750,000
Profession or BusinessOther Profession or Business
Medical Doctor 
License NumberSpecialty Code & ClassificationCertification Number
ME24089Surgery - Orthopedic 

Florida Office of Insurance Regulation
Medical Malpractice Closed Claims Report


 
 
Injured Person Information
 
First NameMILast NameDate of Birth
    
Street AddressGenderCounty where Injury Occurred
 FDade
CityStateZip Code
   
Location where injury occuredOther location where injury occured
Hospital Inpatient Facility 
Name of InstitutionCode
SOUTH MIAMI HOSPITAL100154
Location of Institutional InjuryOther Location of Institutional Injury
Operating Suite 
Date of OccurrenceDate Reported to Insurer
5/24/20165/10/2017
 
Diagnostic Information
 
Final Diagnosis For Which Treatment Was Sought Including Patient's Actual Condition
Right knee osteoarthritis.
Operation, Diagnostic, Or Treatment Procedure Rendered Causing The Injury
Right knee arthroscopy, extensive synovectomy anterior, medial and lateral compartments, microgracture arthroplasty, anterior compartment excision of 6mm fibrocartilaginous loose body with arthrotomy, medial unicompartmnetal arthroplasty and partial patellectomy.
Diagnostic Code : 
Misdiagnosis Made, If Any, Of Patient's Actual Condition
None.
Principal Injury Giving Rise To The Claim
The patient's attorney alleged medial unicompartmental arthroplasty was the wrong procedure given the patient's clinical presentation.
Severity Of Injury
Temporary: Minor - Infections, misset fracture, fall in hospital. Recovery delayed.

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Legal Information
 
Date of SuitCircuit Court Case Number
 *NR
County Suit Filed inDate of Final Disposition
*NR9/6/2018
Other Defendants Involved in this Claim
 
Stage of Legal System at which Settlement was Reached or Award Made
Within the pre-suit period as set forth in 766.106 (more than 90 days before suit is filed).
Final Method of Claim Disposition
Settled by parties
Court DecisionOther
No Court Proceedings. 
Arbitration
Claim not subject to Arbitration.
Date of Payment
9/14/2018
 
Financial Information
 
Was there a settlement Resulting in payment to the Plaintiff?Yes
Indemnity Paid by Insurer on behalf of Insured$250,000
Loss Adjust Expense Paid to Defense Counsel$13,775
All Other Loss Adjustment Expense Paid$6,164
Injured Person's Total Non-Economic Loss$250,000
Deductible$0
Injured Person's Total Economic Loss
 Incurred to DateAnticipated
Medical Expense$0$0
Wage Loss$0$0
Other Expenses$0$0
Safety Management Steps Taken by Insured to Make Similar Occurrence Less Likely
Physician discussed case with defense counsel and claim consultant.
 
Updates
 
No updates found.

 

 

*NR: Prior to 04/28/1999 this field was not required in submitted claims.

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Court Case #

Indemnity Paid: $250,000.00

Florida Office of Insurance Regulation
Medical Malpractice Closed Claims Report

 
Department File Number : M201988462
Claim Number : BHS-H-007963A
Date Submitted : 4/11/2019
 
Insurer Information
 
Insurer Name Coverage Type
Baptist Health South Florida Primary
Insurer FEIN Professional License Number
65-0267668 0000
Insurer Contact Information
Type First Name MI Last Name
Individual NANCY   CARR
Street Address
11440 SW 88th STREET
City State Zip
MIAMI FL 33176
Phone Ext Fax E-Mail Address
(305) 274 - 4070   (305) 274 - 2701 carol.lobacz@nccrms.com
 
Insured Information
 
TypeFirst NameMILast Name
IndividualRichard Levitt
Insurer TypeStreet Address of Practice
Self-Insurer445 Grand Bay Drive, Suite 806
CityStateZip CodeCounty
Key BiscayneFL33149Dade
Policy NumberPer Claim Policy LimitsAggregate Policy Limits
PIC 2017/18 EXC 1 PIC 16$250,000$750,000
Profession or BusinessOther Profession or Business
Medical Doctor 
License NumberSpecialty Code & ClassificationCertification Number
ME24089Surgery - Orthopedic 

Florida Office of Insurance Regulation
Medical Malpractice Closed Claims Report


 
 
Injured Person Information
 
First NameMILast NameDate of Birth
    
Street AddressGenderCounty where Injury Occurred
 FDade
CityStateZip Code
   
Location where injury occuredOther location where injury occured
Physician's Office 
Name of InstitutionCode
  
Location of Institutional InjuryOther Location of Institutional Injury
OtherPhysician's office
Date of OccurrenceDate Reported to Insurer
3/7/20163/21/2018
 
Diagnostic Information
 
Final Diagnosis For Which Treatment Was Sought Including Patient's Actual Condition
Torn meniscus, right knee.
Operation, Diagnostic, Or Treatment Procedure Rendered Causing The Injury
None.
Diagnostic Code : 
Misdiagnosis Made, If Any, Of Patient's Actual Condition
None.
Principal Injury Giving Rise To The Claim
Total knee replacement. The claimant's attorney alleged that a failure to closely monitor the patient's swelling, synovitis and effusions post-operatively contributed to an unacceptable surgical result, complications and need for numerous additional procedures. Although expert review was supportive of the care and treatment, a business decision was made to settle this case without an admission of liability in order to avoid protracted litigation. Dr. Levitt opposed the settlement as he strongly disagreed with the opinions of the claimant's expert, as the patient's care and treatment was appropriate and defense expert opinions supportive.
Severity Of Injury
Temporary: Minor - Infections, misset fracture, fall in hospital. Recovery delayed.

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Legal Information
 
Date of SuitCircuit Court Case Number
 *NR
County Suit Filed inDate of Final Disposition
*NR3/7/2019
Other Defendants Involved in this Claim
 
Stage of Legal System at which Settlement was Reached or Award Made
Within the pre-suit period as set forth in 766.106 (more than 90 days before suit is filed).
Final Method of Claim Disposition
Settled by parties
Court DecisionOther
No Court Proceedings. 
Arbitration
Claim not subject to Arbitration.
Date of Payment
3/14/2019
 
Financial Information
 
Was there a settlement Resulting in payment to the Plaintiff?Yes
Indemnity Paid by Insurer on behalf of Insured$250,000
Loss Adjust Expense Paid to Defense Counsel$3,087
All Other Loss Adjustment Expense Paid$5,604
Injured Person's Total Non-Economic Loss$250,000
Deductible$0
Injured Person's Total Economic Loss
 Incurred to DateAnticipated
Medical Expense$0$0
Wage Loss$0$0
Other Expenses$0$0
Safety Management Steps Taken by Insured to Make Similar Occurrence Less Likely
Case was discussed with defense counsel and claim consultant.
 
Updates
 
No updates found.

 

Court Case #

Indemnity Paid: $250,000.00

Florida Office of Insurance Regulation
Medical Malpractice Closed Claims Report

 
Department File Number : M201989058
Claim Number : BHS-H-008187A
Date Submitted : 6/14/2019
 
Insurer Information
 
Insurer Name Coverage Type
Baptist Health South Florida Primary
Insurer FEIN Professional License Number
65-0267668 0000
Insurer Contact Information
Type First Name MI Last Name
Individual NANCY   CARR
Street Address
11440 SW 88th STREET
City State Zip
MIAMI FL 33176
Phone Ext Fax E-Mail Address
(305) 274 - 4070   (305) 274 - 2701 carol.lobacz@nccrms.com
 
Insured Information
 
TypeFirst NameMILast Name
IndividualRichard Levitt
Insurer TypeStreet Address of Practice
Self-Insurer445 Grand Bay Drive, Suite 806
CityStateZip CodeCounty
Key BiscayneFL33149Dade
Policy NumberPer Claim Policy LimitsAggregate Policy Limits
PIC 2017/18 EXC 1 PIC 16$250,000$750,000
Profession or BusinessOther Profession or Business
Medical Doctor 
License NumberSpecialty Code & ClassificationCertification Number
ME24089Surgery - Orthopedic 

Florida Office of Insurance Regulation
Medical Malpractice Closed Claims Report


 
 
Injured Person Information
 
First NameMILast NameDate of Birth
    
Street AddressGenderCounty where Injury Occurred
 MDade
CityStateZip Code
   
Location where injury occuredOther location where injury occured
Other Outpatient FacilityMedical Arts Surgery Ctr at South Miami
Name of InstitutionCode
  
Location of Institutional InjuryOther Location of Institutional Injury
Operating Suite 
Date of OccurrenceDate Reported to Insurer
6/17/20169/7/2018
 
Diagnostic Information
 
Final Diagnosis For Which Treatment Was Sought Including Patient's Actual Condition
Torn meniscus, right knee.
Operation, Diagnostic, Or Treatment Procedure Rendered Causing The Injury
Right knee arthroplasty with partial medial meniscectomy, extensive chondroplasty, anterior compartment, and extensive synovectomy anterior, medial, and lateral compartments.
Diagnostic Code : 
Misdiagnosis Made, If Any, Of Patient's Actual Condition
None.
Principal Injury Giving Rise To The Claim
Total knee replacement. Claimant's counsel alleged the physician's surgical planning and execution led to unacceptable surgical results and ensuing complications. The claim was settled as a business decision and without an admission of liability in order to avoid protracted litigation. Dr. Levitt opposed the settlement as he believes the patient's care and treatment was appropriate.
Severity Of Injury
Temporary: Minor - Infections, misset fracture, fall in hospital. Recovery delayed.

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Legal Information
 
Date of SuitCircuit Court Case Number
 *NR
County Suit Filed inDate of Final Disposition
*NR6/9/2019
Other Defendants Involved in this Claim
 
Stage of Legal System at which Settlement was Reached or Award Made
Within the pre-suit period as set forth in 766.106 (more than 90 days before suit is filed).
Final Method of Claim Disposition
Settled by parties
Court DecisionOther
No Court Proceedings. 
Arbitration
Claim not subject to Arbitration.
Date of Payment
5/21/2019
 
Financial Information
 
Was there a settlement Resulting in payment to the Plaintiff?Yes
Indemnity Paid by Insurer on behalf of Insured$250,000
Loss Adjust Expense Paid to Defense Counsel$3,703
All Other Loss Adjustment Expense Paid$5,582
Injured Person's Total Non-Economic Loss$250,000
Deductible$0
Injured Person's Total Economic Loss
 Incurred to DateAnticipated
Medical Expense$0$0
Wage Loss$0$0
Other Expenses$0$0
Safety Management Steps Taken by Insured to Make Similar Occurrence Less Likely
Case was discussed with defense counsel and claim consultant.
 
Updates
 
No updates found.

 

Court Case # 11-16833CA 11

Indemnity Paid: $250,000.00

Medical Malpractice Closed Claims Report

 
Department File Number :M201263865
Claim Number :SAM-IG-004774
Date Submitted :5/14/2012
 
Insurer Information
 
Insurer NameCoverage Type
SAMARITAN RISK RETENTION GROUP, INC.Primary
Insurer FEINProfessional License Number
20-3433505 
Insurer Contact Information
TypeFirst NameMILast Name
IndividualNANCY CARR
Street Address
10700 SW 88 STREET, SUITE 300
CityStateZip
MIAMIFL33176
PhoneExtFaxE-Mail Address
(305) 274 - 4070 (305) 274 - 2701lori.lee@nccrms.com
 
Insured Information
 
TypeFirst NameMILast Name
IndividualRichardLLevitt
Insurer TypeStreet Address of Practice
Licensed1150 Campo Sano Avenue, Suite 301
CityStateZip CodeCounty
Coral GablesFL33146Dade
Policy NumberPer Claim Policy LimitsAggregate Policy Limits
SPL1062$250,000$750,000
Profession or BusinessOther Profession or Business
Medical Doctor 
License NumberSpecialty Code & ClassificationCertification Number
ME24089Surgery - Orthopedic 

Medical Malpractice Closed Claims Report


 
 
Injured Person Information
 
First NameMILast NameDate of Birth
    
Street AddressGenderCounty where Injury Occurred
 MDade
CityStateZip Code
   
Location where injury occuredOther location where injury occured
Hospital Inpatient Facility 
Name of InstitutionCode
HEALTHSOUTH DOCTORS' HOSPITAL100020
Location of Institutional InjuryOther Location of Institutional Injury
Operating Suite 
Date of OccurrenceDate Reported to Insurer
7/9/201011/18/2011
 
Diagnostic Information
 
Final Diagnosis For Which Treatment Was Sought Including Patient's Actual Condition
Extensive synovitis anterior medial and lateral compartments of the left knee, chondral defect lateral femoral condyle, with tear free edge of lateral meniscus, cystic lesion left leg, and condral defect, medial and lateral femoral condyle.
Operation, Diagnostic, Or Treatment Procedure Rendered Causing The Injury
Left knee arthroscopy with extensive synovectomy anterior and medial compartments, chondroplasty of medial and lateral compartments with removal of tear lateral meniscus, arthrotomy with excision of the lesion of the left leg and chondroplasty of the medial and lateral femoral condyle.
Diagnostic Code : 
Misdiagnosis Made, If Any, Of Patient's Actual Condition
*NR
Principal Injury Giving Rise To The Claim
The claimant alleged a failure to timely recognize and repair an iatrogenic laceration of the left biceps tendon. It was clear the patient had a tendon in the process of degenerating and tearing and it would have ruptured with or without surgery and this was the etiology of the biceps rupture. This case was settled without an admission of liability and in order to avoid protracted litigation.
Severity Of Injury
Temporary: Major - Burns, surgical material left, drug side effect, brain damage.Recovery delayed.

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Legal Information
 
Date of SuitCircuit Court Case Number
6/2/201111-16833CA 11
County Suit Filed inDate of Final Disposition
Dade5/13/2012
Other Defendants Involved in this Claim
Baptist Health South Florida, Inc.
Orthopedic Institute of South Florida, LLC
Coral Gables Specialty Physicians, LLC dba Orthopaedic Insti
Stage of Legal System at which Settlement was Reached or Award Made
More than 90 days, after suit filed and prior to or during the course of mandatory settlement conference.
Final Method of Claim Disposition
Settled by parties
Court DecisionOther
No Court Proceedings. 
Arbitration
Claim not subject to Arbitration.
Date of Payment
5/13/2012
 
Financial Information
 
Was there a settlement Resulting in payment to the Plaintiff?Yes
Indemnity Paid by Insurer on behalf of Insured$250,000
Loss Adjust Expense Paid to Defense Counsel$78,000
All Other Loss Adjustment Expense Paid$26,349
Injured Person's Total Non-Economic Loss$0
Deductible$0
Injured Person's Total Economic Loss
 Incurred to DateAnticipated
Medical Expense$0$0
Wage Loss$0$0
Other Expenses$0$0
Safety Management Steps Taken by Insured to Make Similar Occurrence Less Likely
None applicable.
 
Updates
 
No updates found.

 

 

*NR:Prior to 04/28/1999 this field was not required in submitted claims.

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Court Case # 2014-027526 CA 01

Indemnity Paid: $250,000.00

Florida Office of Insurance Regulation
Medical Malpractice Closed Claims Report

 
Department File Number : M201782417
Claim Number : SAM-IG-005602
Date Submitted : 6/22/2017
 
Insurer Information
 
Insurer Name Coverage Type
SAMARITAN RISK RETENTION GROUP, INC. Primary
Insurer FEIN Professional License Number
20-3433505  
Insurer Contact Information
Type First Name MI Last Name
Individual NANCY   CARR
Street Address
11440 SW 88th STREET
City State Zip
MIAMI FL 33176
Phone Ext Fax E-Mail Address
(305) 274 - 4070   (305) 274 - 2701 carol.lobacz@nccrms.com
 
Insured Information
 
TypeFirst NameMILast Name
IndividualRichardLLevitt
Insurer TypeStreet Address of Practice
Licensed1150 Campo Sano Avenue, Suite 301
CityStateZip CodeCounty
Coral GablesFL33145Dade
Policy NumberPer Claim Policy LimitsAggregate Policy Limits
SPL 1062$250,000$750,000
Profession or BusinessOther Profession or Business
Medical Doctor 
License NumberSpecialty Code & ClassificationCertification Number
ME24089Surgery - Orthopedic 

Florida Office of Insurance Regulation
Medical Malpractice Closed Claims Report


 
 
Injured Person Information
 
First NameMILast NameDate of Birth
    
Street AddressGenderCounty where Injury Occurred
 MDade
CityStateZip Code
   
Location where injury occuredOther location where injury occured
Hospital Inpatient Facility 
Name of InstitutionCode
HEALTHSOUTH DOCTORS' HOSPITAL100020
Location of Institutional InjuryOther Location of Institutional Injury
Operating Suite 
Date of OccurrenceDate Reported to Insurer
8/17/20129/24/2012
 
Diagnostic Information
 
Final Diagnosis For Which Treatment Was Sought Including Patient's Actual Condition
Osteoarthritis of the left knee.
Operation, Diagnostic, Or Treatment Procedure Rendered Causing The Injury
Left knee arthroplasty and subsequent left knee arthroplasty, extensive synovectomy, chondroplasty and lateral retinacular release with manipulation.
Diagnostic Code : 
Misdiagnosis Made, If Any, Of Patient's Actual Condition
There was no misdiagnosis of this patient.
Principal Injury Giving Rise To The Claim
Following a left knee arthroplasty and a subsequent left knee arthroplasty, extensive synovectomy, chondroplasty and lateral retinacular release with manipulation, the patient developed an infected left knee prosthesis. Despite aggressive treatment, the prosthesis was ultimately removed. He subsequently underwent a left total knee revision arthroplasty by another surgeon. The plaintiff's attorney alleged a failure to timely recognize and treat an ongoing infection and failure to timely remove an infected left knee prosthesis. This claim was settled as a business decision without an admission of liability.
Severity Of Injury
Permanent: Minor - Loss of fingers, loss or damage to organs. Includes non-disabling injuries.

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Legal Information
 
Date of SuitCircuit Court Case Number
11/3/20142014-027526 CA 01
County Suit Filed inDate of Final Disposition
Dade6/7/2017
Other Defendants Involved in this Claim
Orthopedic Institute of South Florida, LLC
Coral Gables Specialty Physicians, LLC dba Orthopedic Instit
Stage of Legal System at which Settlement was Reached or Award Made
More than 90 days, after suit filed and prior to or during the course of mandatory settlement conference.
Final Method of Claim Disposition
Settled by parties
Court DecisionOther
No Court Proceedings. 
Arbitration
Claim not subject to Arbitration.
Date of Payment
6/3/2017
 
Financial Information
 
Was there a settlement Resulting in payment to the Plaintiff?Yes
Indemnity Paid by Insurer on behalf of Insured$250,000
Loss Adjust Expense Paid to Defense Counsel$290,739
All Other Loss Adjustment Expense Paid$34,898
Injured Person's Total Non-Economic Loss$250,000
Deductible$0
Injured Person's Total Economic Loss
 Incurred to DateAnticipated
Medical Expense$0$0
Wage Loss$0$0
Other Expenses$0$0
Safety Management Steps Taken by Insured to Make Similar Occurrence Less Likely
Not applicable.
 
Updates
 
No updates found.

 

 

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Court Case #

Indemnity Paid: $250,000.00

Florida Office of Insurance Regulation
Medical Malpractice Closed Claims Report

 
Department File Number : M201782583
Claim Number : SAM-IG-006699
Date Submitted : 7/17/2017
 
Insurer Information
 
Insurer Name Coverage Type
SAMARITAN RISK RETENTION GROUP, INC. Primary
Insurer FEIN Professional License Number
20-3433505  
Insurer Contact Information
Type First Name MI Last Name
Individual NANCY   CARR
Street Address
11440 SW 88th STREET
City State Zip
MIAMI FL 33176
Phone Ext Fax E-Mail Address
(305) 274 - 4070   (305) 274 - 2701 carol.lobacz@nccrms.com
 
Insured Information
 
TypeFirst NameMILast Name
IndividualRichardLLevitt
Insurer TypeStreet Address of Practice
Licensed1150 Campo Sano Avenue, Suite 301
CityStateZip CodeCounty
Coral GablesFL33146Dade
Policy NumberPer Claim Policy LimitsAggregate Policy Limits
SPL 1062$250,000$750,000
Profession or BusinessOther Profession or Business
Medical Doctor 
License NumberSpecialty Code & ClassificationCertification Number
ME24089Surgery - Orthopedic 

Florida Office of Insurance Regulation
Medical Malpractice Closed Claims Report


 
 
Injured Person Information
 
First NameMILast NameDate of Birth
    
Street AddressGenderCounty where Injury Occurred
 FDade
CityStateZip Code
   
Location where injury occuredOther location where injury occured
Hospital Inpatient Facility 
Name of InstitutionCode
SOUTH MIAMI HOSPITAL100154
Location of Institutional InjuryOther Location of Institutional Injury
Operating Suite 
Date of OccurrenceDate Reported to Insurer
12/16/201411/16/2016
 
Diagnostic Information
 
Final Diagnosis For Which Treatment Was Sought Including Patient's Actual Condition
Osteoarthritis of the right knee.
Operation, Diagnostic, Or Treatment Procedure Rendered Causing The Injury
Right total knee replacement.
Diagnostic Code : 
Misdiagnosis Made, If Any, Of Patient's Actual Condition
There was no misdiagnosis of this patient.
Principal Injury Giving Rise To The Claim
The patient's attorney alleged negligent insertion of a femoral component during right total knee replacement and failure to recognize the mal-positioning of the femoral component resulting in additional surgery. This case was settled as a business decision and without an admission of liability in order to avoid protracted litigation.
Severity Of Injury
Permanent: Minor - Loss of fingers, loss or damage to organs. Includes non-disabling injuries.

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Legal Information
 
Date of SuitCircuit Court Case Number
 *NR
County Suit Filed inDate of Final Disposition
*NR7/12/2017
Other Defendants Involved in this Claim
Baptist Medical Group Orthopedics
Stage of Legal System at which Settlement was Reached or Award Made
Within the pre-suit period as set forth in 766.106 (more than 90 days before suit is filed).
Final Method of Claim Disposition
Settled by parties
Court DecisionOther
No Court Proceedings. 
Arbitration
Claim subject to arbitration, but settlement reached in lieu of award.
Date of Payment
6/16/2017
 
Financial Information
 
Was there a settlement Resulting in payment to the Plaintiff?Yes
Indemnity Paid by Insurer on behalf of Insured$250,000
Loss Adjust Expense Paid to Defense Counsel$20,308
All Other Loss Adjustment Expense Paid$20,200
Injured Person's Total Non-Economic Loss$250,000
Deductible$0
Injured Person's Total Economic Loss
 Incurred to DateAnticipated
Medical Expense$0$0
Wage Loss$0$0
Other Expenses$0$0
Safety Management Steps Taken by Insured to Make Similar Occurrence Less Likely
Not applicable.
 
Updates
 
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Court Case #

Indemnity Paid: $250,000.00

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Department File Number : M201782632
Claim Number : SAM-IG-007188
Date Submitted : 7/20/2017
 
Insurer Information
 
Insurer Name Coverage Type
SAMARITAN RISK RETENTION GROUP, INC. Primary
Insurer FEIN Professional License Number
20-3433505  
Insurer Contact Information
Type First Name MI Last Name
Individual NANCY   CARR
Street Address
11440 SW 88th STREET
City State Zip
MIAMI FL 33176
Phone Ext Fax E-Mail Address
(305) 274 - 4070   (305) 274 - 2701 carol.lobacz@nccrms.com
 
Insured Information
 
TypeFirst NameMILast Name
IndividualRichardLLevitt
Insurer TypeStreet Address of Practice
Licensed1150 Campo Sano Avenue, Suite 301
CityStateZip CodeCounty
Coral GablesFL33146Dade
Policy NumberPer Claim Policy LimitsAggregate Policy Limits
SPL 1062$250,000$750,000
Profession or BusinessOther Profession or Business
Medical Doctor 
License NumberSpecialty Code & ClassificationCertification Number
ME24089Surgery - Orthopedic 

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Injured Person Information
 
First NameMILast NameDate of Birth
    
Street AddressGenderCounty where Injury Occurred
 MDade
CityStateZip Code
   
Location where injury occuredOther location where injury occured
Hospital Inpatient Facility 
Name of InstitutionCode
SOUTH MIAMI HOSPITAL100154
Location of Institutional InjuryOther Location of Institutional Injury
Operating Suite 
Date of OccurrenceDate Reported to Insurer
5/1/201311/16/2016
 
Diagnostic Information
 
Final Diagnosis For Which Treatment Was Sought Including Patient's Actual Condition
Osteoarthritis of the left knee.
Operation, Diagnostic, Or Treatment Procedure Rendered Causing The Injury
Left knee post-operative infection and retained foreign body.
Diagnostic Code : 
Misdiagnosis Made, If Any, Of Patient's Actual Condition
There was no misdiagnosis of this patient.
Principal Injury Giving Rise To The Claim
The patient had a post-operative infection and retained foreign body recovered during subsequent operative procedure. This claim was settled as a business decision without an admission of liability in order to avoid protracted litigation.
Severity Of Injury
Temporary: Major - Burns, surgical material left, drug side effect, brain damage. Recovery delayed.

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Legal Information
 
Date of SuitCircuit Court Case Number
 *NR
County Suit Filed inDate of Final Disposition
*NR7/12/2017
Other Defendants Involved in this Claim
Baptist Health Medical Grp Orthopedics, LLC
Stage of Legal System at which Settlement was Reached or Award Made
Within the pre-suit period as set forth in 766.106 (more than 90 days before suit is filed).
Final Method of Claim Disposition
Settled by parties
Court DecisionOther
No Court Proceedings. 
Arbitration
Claim subject to arbitration, but settlement reached in lieu of award.
Date of Payment
6/29/2017
 
Financial Information
 
Was there a settlement Resulting in payment to the Plaintiff?Yes
Indemnity Paid by Insurer on behalf of Insured$250,000
Loss Adjust Expense Paid to Defense Counsel$12,998
All Other Loss Adjustment Expense Paid$22,123
Injured Person's Total Non-Economic Loss$250,000
Deductible$0
Injured Person's Total Economic Loss
 Incurred to DateAnticipated
Medical Expense$0$0
Wage Loss$0$0
Other Expenses$0$0
Safety Management Steps Taken by Insured to Make Similar Occurrence Less Likely
Not applicable.
 
Updates
 
No updates found.

 

 

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