A physician who owns a medical practice decides his malpractice insurance is too expensive and drops the policy. Which of the following aspects of this physician's practice will impact the physician the most?
A. Receiving payment from insurance companies for services provided for patients.
B. Attracting new patients.
C. Having hospital privileges.
D. Attracting competent staff.
E. Maintaining membership in physician organizations.
Answer: C
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