What Is the Statute of Limitations for Medical Malpractice in Iowa?
In Iowa, the statute of limitations for medical malpractice is generally 2 years under Iowa Code § 614.1(9).
Medical malpractice Deadlines in Iowa
How long do you have to file a medical malpractice claim in Iowa?
In Iowa, the statute of limitations for medical malpractice is generally 2 years under Iowa Code § 614.1(9). The full rule is: 2 Years (6-yr repose).
When does the clock start for medical malpractice in Iowa?
Two years from when the claimant knew or should have known of the injury, with a six-year cap from the date of the act.
Can the Iowa deadline for medical malpractice be extended?
The six-year repose can bar a claim regardless of discovery, subject to statutory exceptions. A certificate of merit affidavit is required.
Is the deadline different if the claim is against the government in Iowa?
Often, yes. Generally 2 years; no short universal notice under Iowa Code §§ 670.5, 669.13. Iowa Code ch. 670 governs tort liability of governmental subdivisions, with § 670.5 setting a two-year period. Claims against the State run under ch. 669 with a two-year period in § 669.13 and a requirement to present the claim to the State Appeal Board first…
How does Iowa compare to other states for medical malpractice?
Iowa's 2 years is in the middle of the range nationally. Across the 51 jurisdictions with a verified figure, the deadline for medical malpractice ranges from 1 year to 4 years, and 2 years is the most common. Compare all states →
What Does Medical Malpractice Cover?
Situations that typically fall under the medical malpractice deadline in Iowa:
