5 credits
Independent scholars in this seminar course engage in an examination of the key laws, regulations, and court decisions related to healthcare operations, oversight of organizations and practitioners, and the rights and responsibilities of healthcare providers and patients. They study laws and regulations governing healthcare providers, the identification of organizational governance issues, fraud and enforcement, and the development of risk management processes and controls. Independent scholars also explore key ethical issues underpinning healthcare delivery and management, including patient rights and advocacy.