Syllabus

Outcomes

The student will be able to accurately define, identify, and describe medical and ethical boundaries.
The student will correctly define, identify, and describe the legal scope of practice for medical assistants, HIPAA, and how this law applies in ambulatory settings.
The student will be able to define, identify, and describe criminal and civil law as it applies to the practicing medical assistant, including malpractice and negligence and legal, ethical, and moral issues affecting healthcare.
The student will be able to demonstrate knowledge of the different resources available to maintain and increase the skills and information needed to remain current in their field, to educate patients, and to provide competent assistance to their employer through researching current information on topics related to class utilizing professional resources, and comparing and contrasting physician and medical assistant roles in terms of standard of care.

Description

This 2-credit course is an introduction to the legal aspects of medical care including fundamental statues of the common laws that govern the physician-patient relationship, medical ethics, as well as federal and state regulatory agencies. Current issues involving medical ethics are discussed.

Learning Model Architecture

Students will prepare for the weekly activities by completing the chapter readings including the case studies accompanying them. They will have opportunities to ponder and prove what they have learned by completing various assignments and quizzes. They will teach one another through small group discussions.

You are expected to read the Notes from Instructor each week. Your instructor will post clarifications to the assignment for each week as well as answers to your classmates' questions.

Prerequisites

None.

Required Materials

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Law & Ethics for Health Professions, 7th Edition. Karen Judson & Carlene Harrison. You can either get the online CourseSmart eText, ISBN-13: 9781259160264, or you can get the printed book, ISBN-10: 0073513830.

Grading Policies

This course is comprised of readings, activities, case studies, discussion boards, reading quizzes, a midterm exam, and a final exam.

The following list shows the percentage of points needed to get the grade you want:

93 - 100% = A

90 - 92% = A-

87 - 89% = B+

83 - 86% = B

80 - 82% = B-

77 - 79% = C+

73 - 76% = C

70 - 72% = C-

67 - 69% = D+

63 - 66% = D

60 - 62% = D-

< 59% = F

Online Support Center

Phone: (866) 672-2984 Email: onlinelearning@byui.edu Website: http://www.byui.edu/online/online-support-center Text Messaging: (208) 557-4142 Hours: Monday through Friday, 7 AM to 7 PM, MST Skype: onlinesupportcenterbyui Live Chat: Available on the Online Support Center Website.

Help Desk

Phone: (208) 496-9000 Toll Free Number: 1 (866) 237-5195 Email: helpdesk@byui.edu Website: http://www.byui.edu/help-desk Hours: Monday through Friday, 7 AM to 9 PM and Saturday, 9 AM to 5 PM

Copyright

Materials on BYU-I I-Learn and related sites may be protected by US Copyright Law (Title 17, U.S. Code). These materials are only for the use of students enrolled in this course for purposes associated with this course and may not be retained or further disseminated.

Additional Information

University Policies

Academic honesty is required and any violation with be dealt with according to the University Academic Honesty Policy.

Policy on Sexual Discrimination/Harassment

Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 prohibits sex discrimination against any participant in an education program or activity that receives federal funds, including Federal loans and grants. Title IX also covers student-to-student sexual harassment. If you encounter unlawful sexual harassment or gender based discrimination, please contact the Personnel Office at (208) 496-1130.

Reasonable Accommodation for Students with Disabilities

Brigham Young University-Idaho is committed to providing a working and learning atmosphere which reasonably accommodates qualified persons with disabilities. If you have any disability that may impair your ability to complete this course successfully, please contact the Services for Students with Disabilities Office, (208) 496-1158. Reasonable academic accommodations are reviewed for all students who have qualified documented disabilities. Services are coordinated with the student and instructor by this office. If you need assistance or if you feel you have been unlawfully discriminated against on the basis of disability, you may seek resolution through established grievance policy and procedures. You should contact the Personnel Office at (208) 496-1130.

Personal Conduct

All of your correspondence with the teacher or other classmates must be respectful. Writing something disrespectful or “venting” is unprofessional and not becoming of a university student. In addition, it is not in accordance with the Honor Code of BYU-Idaho and you will be subject to discipline accordingly. You are invited to re-read the BYU-I Honor Code and the “Principles of Personal Honor.” http://www.byui.edu/student-honor-office/ces-honor-code