OPH 118 - Law and Ethics of Health Care

Credits 3
This course provides an overview of the legal and ethical aspects of today’s health care environment. Rights and responsibilities of patients, health care providers, and professional liability as it relates to negligence and malpractice are covered. Confidentiality, HIPAA, and public duties of health care providers, regulatory, legal issues, and scope of practice.
Course Outcomes

Identify current legal and ethical issues in health care.
Cite case studies and governmental regulations.