MA 1021 - Medical Law And Ethics

Institution:

Oklahoma City Community College

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Description:

Prerequisite: (R) (W) 1 CREDIT This course covers information necessary to understand the legal and ethical standards of the medical assistant practice. Students will demonstrate a knowledge of ethical issues, contracts, health care worker liability, medical litigation, drug regulations, discrimination issues, OSHA rules, bioethical issues, medical records, acceptable fees, and laws that may affect the health care professional. Emphasis is placed upon the settings that employ medical assistants.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.occc.edu

Phone Number:

(405) 682-1611

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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