MIEC was founded in 1975 by physicians determined to protect their fellow physicians after commercial carriers withdrew from the market. 50 years later, MIEC remains determined to provideinsurance for physicians by physicians. As the West’s first truly physician-owned medical malpractice insurer, MIEC has always been guided by the desire to protect physicians and the practice of medicine. We exist to foster enduring partnerships within the healthcare community by serving our members through a philosophy of vigorous protection and high value, delivered by people who care. MIEC provides medical professional liability insurance to physicians and acupuncturists in Alaska, California, Hawaii, and Idaho.