What benefits may be available for volunteers at free clinics under the FTCA?
Approved volunteer health professionals may receive FTCA immunity malpractice protection for volunteer work at approved free clinics. Once “deemed,” volunteers are covered for a one-year period subject to an annual application approval, submitted to the Bureau of Primary Health Care. This coverage is extended to the individual volunteer and is free of charge to the free clinic. This program is currently limited solely to volunteers conducting approved medical services. Other coverage is required for paid staff and organizational entities. Additional guidance may be secured at The Health Center Program: Federal Tort Claims Act website.
