In many cases rates decreased for Nebraska physicians in 2007 over 2006. While doctors practicing internal medicine in the Cornhusker State saw a small decrease of just over 2%, general surgeons and OB/GYNs saw much steeper decreases of around 23%. Nebraska provides a patient compensation fund for the benefit of qualified doctors and hospitals. The Hospital-Medical Liability Act surcharge for 2008 was set at 35% by the state's Department of Insurance. Submit our quick and easy quote request form and see if you can save money today! Discounts are available.