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criminal law
the area of law that deals with criminal offenses in the healthcare sectoir
assault and battery
when a medical professional intentionally harms a patient
slander
the act of verbally sharing false information about someone that harms their reputation
scope of practice
the range of activities that a licensed health professional is allowed to perform, based on their education, training, and experience
denied payment
when an insurance company refuses to pay for a patient’s medical services
Civil law
a legal system that governs the interactions between private individuals or organizations
invasion of privacy
occurs when someone’s right to keep their personal information private is violated.
libel
a defamatory statement that is written, pictured, or otherwise communicated in a visible form. Libel can also refer to the act of publishing a libel.
ethics
a set of principles that guide healthcare professionals in making decisions that benefit their patients and prioritize their well-being
termination of coverage
an insurance policy is canceled
Torts
a wrongful act by a healthcare professional or organization that causes injury to a patient
False imprisonment
the intentional and unlawful act of restricting a patient’s movement in a medical setting.
Contract
to become affected with
Power of Attorney
a durable power of attorney for healthcare or healthcare proxy
preexisting condition
health problem or injury that a person had before their new health coverage begins
Malpractice
a medical professional’s failure to provide the standard of care that a similarly credentialed would have provided, resulting in patient injury
Abuse
improper use of a substance or physical maltreatment
breach of contract
occurs when a party fails to fulfill their obligations as outlined in a valid contract
living will
legal document that specifies how a person wants to be treated if they are unable to make medical decisions for themselves
Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act
a federal law that allows certain employees, retirees, and family members to temporarily continue their group health insurance after experiencing a qualifying event.
Negligence
medical malpractice
Defamation
legal term that refers to false information that harms a person’s reputation
consent form
a legal document that a patient signs to give their permission for a medical procedure, treatment, clinical trial, or genetic testing
denial of services
when an insurance company or payer refuses to pay for services or products rendered to a patient