Maps People Registration MEDA205 Medical Law and Ethics Introduction to the concepts of medical law and ethics for health-care practitioners. Topics include bioethics, general liability for the medical office, collection practices, civil and criminal law, licensing, malpractice, informed consent, medical records, hiring practices, and case studies in medical ethics.
Legal terminology related to medical practice is covered.
This course will enable students to work in a medical office assisting physicians and office personnel by performing assigned duties in both business and clinical procedures. A foundational course in touch typing using a computer. Emphasis on mastery of the computer keyboard, correct techniques, and personal application, such as letters, resumes and term papers. A basic course in office procedures covering communication skills and equipment, records management, mailing and shipping services and procedures, public relations, human relations, and time management. The strategies and techniques of writing letters, memos, and reports are emphasized for situations that arise in the business environment.