What is the policy regarding insurance coverage for APPE rotations?
All USP students are expected to be covered by a medical insurance policy. The University’s Student Counseling Office (215-596-8536) can arrange for such coverage through a selected source if requested. New coverage can only begin on the first day of each month. Failure to maintain adequate medical insurance will result in a Withdraw from the related course/ rotation. In such cases, enrollment costs will not be refunded. Students who are injured at a rotation facility should seek appropriate medical evaluation and treatment, and should advise the Director of Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experiences within 24 hours of the incident. Additionally, students enrolled in APPE courses are covered by a University maintained Professional Liability Insurance policy, for liability of performance at assigned facilities. Students and preceptors are encouraged to communicate with the Director of Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experiences about liability issues at any time.
