FTCA Deemed Organization. HHLI is granted medical malpractice protection through the Federal Tort Claims Act (FTCA) HHLI receives HHS funding and has Federal Public Health Service (PHS) deemed status with respect to certain health or health-related claims, including medical malpractice claims, for itself and its covered individuals. HHLI is a 501 (c)(3) charitable organization. This institution is an equal opportunity employer.