The second and thoroughly revised edition of the 1999 reference provides substantially expanded citations in vital areas such as institutional liability, genetics, managed care, integrated delivery systems, professional regulation, and antitrust law. This comprehensive reference work is unique in its scope, accuracy, timeliness, and viability. It is endorsed by the American Health Lawyers Association and the American Hospital Association.The Author.
Foreword.
Preface.
Acknowledgments.
PART ONE: MEDICAL FACILITIES AND ORGANIZATIONS.
Chapter 1 An Overview of Health Law.
Chapter 2 Health Care Facilities and Settings.
Chapter 3 Managed Care Organizations.
Chapter 4 Integrated Delivery Systems.
Chapter 5 Utilization Review.
PART TWO: REGULATORY MATTERS.
Chapter 6 Tax Issues.
Chapter 7 Antitrust Issues.
Chapter 8 Provider Reimbursement Issues.
Chapter 9 Bankruptcy and Insolvency.
Chapter 10 Health Care Planning.
Chapter 11 Regulation of private Health Care Financing.
PART THREE: LICENSURE, LIABILITY, AND LABOR ISSUES.
Chapter 12 Licensure of Health Care Professionals.
Chapter 13 Professional Relationships in the Health CareEnterprise.
Chapter 14 Labor Issues.
Chapter 15 Liability of Health Care Professionals.
Chapter 16 Liability of Health Care Institutions.
Chapter 17 Liability of Managed Care Organizations.
Chapter 18 Obligations to Provide Medical Care and Access.
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