OST-149 - Medical Legal Issues
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Course Description
This course introduces the complex legal, moral, and ethical issues involved in providing health-care services. Emphasis is placed on the legal requirements of medical practices; the relationship of physician, patient, and office personnel; professional liabilities; and medical practice liability. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a working knowledge of current medical law and accepted ethical behavior.
Programs Using This Course
A.A.S.Medical Assisting — Associate DegreeDiplomaMedical Office Administration — DiplomaA.A.S.Medical Office Administration — Medical Billing and Coding Associate DegreeCert.Medical Office Administration — Medical Information Technology CertificateCert.Medical Office Administration — Medical Insurance Coding CertificateA.A.S.Medical Office Administration — Patient Services Representative Associate Degree