Frequently Asked Questions

• What happens if a complaint is filed against me with the Wyoming Board of Medicine?
  Complaints are reviewed within 30 days of the Board receiving a signed written complaint. This review is called a screening and determines whether a possible violation occurred and whether the … more
• What is the potential liability in a medical malpractice case in Wyoming?
  The potential liability for medical malpractice defendants in Wyoming is high because there are no limits set by state law. Therefore, medical malpractice defendants are potentially liable for … more
• When would a jury find a doctor guilty of medical malpractice?
  A jury may find a doctor guilty of medical malpractice if the plaintiff proves that the doctor was negligent under the law. Some common scenarios that result in findings of medical malpractice … more

Legal Articles

• What is the Women’s Health and Cancer Rights Act of 1998 (WHCRA)?
  The WHCRA is a federal law that provides women with certain rights after they have had a mastectomy, which is most commonly the result of breast cancer, but may be the result of other health conditions, as well. If you are a woman who has had or will have a mastectomy, the WHCRA provides you with important rights and benefits.   If your group or individual health insurance plan … more
• How do I appeal the denial of a Medicare claim?
  If you file a claim with Medicare for a product or service related to your health care that you think Medicare should pay for, and Medicare denies your claim, or doesn’t pay the entire claim, you can file an appeal. You can file an appeal whether you receive benefits through the original Medicare Plan, a Medicare managed care plan, or the Medicare prescription drug plan. By … more

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