MHA 504 : POLICY, ETHICS, LEGAL PERSPECTIVES

Examines the legal and ethical theory and practice within the HC industry, including laws and regulations, such as anti-trust, privacy & confidentiality, medical malpractice, etc., that impact the business of HC. Compliance has become a significant internal issue for health systems. Understanding the impact of these regulations on such things as coding and billing, physician contracting and incentives, and the value of internal auditing will be addressed.