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The law and the public's health /

Ideal for professionals or students with no legal background, this resource explains the basics of health law and the legal system. It provides a familiarity with legal principles and the capability to communicate effectively with legal counsel. Use this resource to understand the workings of the U....

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Bibliographic Details
Call Number:Libro Electrónico
Main Author: Wing, Kenneth R., 1946-
Other Authors: Gilbert, Benjamin, 1951-
Format: Electronic eBook
Language:Inglés
Published: Chicago, IL : Health Administration Press, ©2007.
Edition:7th ed.
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Online Access:Texto completo
Table of Contents:
  • The law and the legal system
  • The power of the state governments in matters affecting health care
  • Government power and the right to privacy
  • The constitutional discretion of the state and federal governments to limit or condition social welfare benefits
  • Government regulation of health care providers and payers
  • The scope of discretion of administrative agencies in matters affecting health and health care
  • The fraud and abuse laws
  • The antitrust laws : government enforcement of competition
  • Malpractice : liability for negligence in the delivery and financing of health care
  • Health care business law : legal considerations in the structuring of health care entities and their transactions.