U.S. Health Law Fundamentals
This course explores how statutes, regulations, common law, and market forces help or hinder three major goals of policy makers: increasing access, reducing cost, and improving quality. We will examine the Supreme Court’s rulings on the ACA and other legal aspects of modern health care reform.
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- Level Foundation
- Duration 10 hours
- Course by University of Pennsylvania
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This course explores how statutes, regulations, common law, and market forces help or hinder three major goals of policy makers: increasing access, reducing cost, and improving quality. We will examine the Supreme Court’s rulings on the ACA and other legal aspects of modern health care reform. Learners who successfully complete this course will be able to describe the laws, regulations, common law and market forces that shape our health care system and identify areas where ideas and innovation are needed; explain the malpractice system and how it influences medical practice; and analyze legal aspects of the ACA.Modules
Introduction to the U.S. Legal System
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3
Videos
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1
Readings
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1
Discussion
1
Discussions
- Introduce Yourself!
3
Videos
- Introduction
- Overview and Distinctive Features of U.S. Law
- The Administrative State and Modern Medical Care
1
Readings
- Introduction to American Legal System
The Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act (EMTALA)
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3
Videos
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2
Readings
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1
Discussion
1
Discussions
- Duty to treat?
3
Videos
- The Basic Duty to Provide Care
- EMTALA's Statutory Response
- Institutional and Individual Obligations in the Emergency Context
2
Readings
- Hurley vs. Eddingfield
- Case Examples of EMTALA Violations
Week 1 Quiz
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1
Assignment
1
Assignment
- Week 1 Quiz
Formation and Termination
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3
Videos
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2
Readings
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1
Discussion
1
Discussions
- Conscientious Objection
3
Videos
- Formation of the Treatment Relationship
- The Law of Termination and Abandonment
- The Rise of Conscientious Objection
2
Readings
- Patient Abandonment Cases: What You Need to Know
- Conscientious Objection
Informed Consent
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1
Videos
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1
Readings
1
Videos
- Informed Consent: The Basic Materiality Standard
1
Readings
- Informed Consent
Week 2 Quiz
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1
Assignment
1
Assignment
- Week 2 Quiz
Quality Control
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3
Videos
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1
Readings
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1
Discussion
1
Discussions
- Medical Malpractice
3
Videos
- Quality Control through Gatekeeping: Licensure and Accreditation
- Health Care Quality and the Basic Medical Malpractice Standard
- Medical Malpractice Reforms and Variations
1
Readings
- Evaluating the Medical Malpractice Standard System and Options for Reform
Liability
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2
Videos
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1
Readings
2
Videos
- Hospital Liability
- Insurance Company Liability for the Provision of Substandard Care
1
Readings
- Vicarious Liability in the Hospital Setting
Week 3 Quiz
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1
Assignment
1
Assignment
- Week 3 Quiz
Medicare and Medicaid
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2
Videos
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1
Readings
2
Videos
- Introduction to Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicaid
1
Readings
- Medicare and Medicaid Basics
The Affordable Care Act
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3
Videos
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2
Readings
3
Videos
- Constitutional Structure and the Federal Role in U.S. Health Law
- Affordable Care Act: Initial Litigation and Ongoing Legal Controversy
- Conclusion and Review
2
Readings
- Summary of the Affordable Care Act
- Supreme Court Upholds ACA
Final Examination
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1
Assignment
1
Assignment
- Final Examination
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"U.S. Health Law Fundamentals," offered by Coursera, delves into the interplay of statutes, regulations, and market forces in shaping healthcare policy, focusing on access, cost, and quality. Led by an expert instructor, this foundational course examines Supreme Court rulings on the ACA, the malpractice system, and areas needing innovation. Ideal for health and fitness professionals, it spans 600 minutes and is available through Starter and Professional subscriptions.
Theodore Ruger