Office Systems Technology
Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Work: 3 Credits: 3

OST 149 – Medical Legal Issues

Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None

This course introduces the complex legal, moral, and ethical issues involved in providing health- care services. Emphasis is placed on the legal requirements of medical practices; the relationship of physician, patient, and office personnel; professional liabilities; and medical practice liability. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a working knowledge of current medical law and accepted ethical behavior.