Description
Study of workplace legalities, including a basic overview of the legal system and legal and ethical considerations for the medical assistant in the medical office. Topics include medical records, management, medical contracts, concepts of health care reform and workplace responsibilities, including confidentiality, informed consent and patient rights.
Grading Basis
Graded
Course Learning Outcomes
Core Topics
- Laws related to the medical assistant and the work place
- Legal obligations required by the state of Washington in protection of patients rights
- What is ethics and bioethics?