Pozgar, George D.

Legal aspects of health care administration / George D. Pozgar and Nina Santucci Pozgar. - Seventh edition - xvii, 569 pages ; 26 cm.

Includes bibliographical references and indexes.

Introduction to law --
Tort law--
Criminal aspects of health care --
Contracts and antitrust --
Civil procedure and trial practice --
Corporate liability --
Medical staff --
Nursing and the law --
Liability by department and health professional --
Information management and health care records --
Patient consent --
Legal reporting requirements --
Issues of procreation --
Patient rights and responsibilities --
Acquired immune deficiency syndrome --
End of life issues --
Malpractice insurance --
Labor relations --
Employment, discipline, and discharge. Managed care and organizational restructuring --
Tort reform and reducing the risks of malpractice.

0834211971 (alk. paper) 9780834211971

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Medical laws and legislation--United States.
Medical personnel--Malpractice--United States.

KF3821 / .P69 1999

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