HIPAA: Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act - Federal law governing patient privacy, security of health information, and data portability requirements
ACA: Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act - Federal healthcare reform law affecting coverage requirements and healthcare delivery standards
Anti-Kickback Statute: Federal law prohibiting the exchange of anything of value to reward or induce referrals of federal healthcare program business
Stark Law: Federal physician self-referral law prohibiting physicians from referring patients to entities with which they have financial relationships
EMTALA: Emergency Medical Treatment and Active Labor Act - Requires hospitals to provide emergency medical treatment regardless of ability to pay
ADA: Americans with Disabilities Act - Federal law requiring accessibility and preventing discrimination against disabled individuals in healthcare settings
State Medical Practice Acts: State-specific laws governing the practice of medicine, licensing requirements, and scope of practice
State Privacy Laws: State-specific requirements for patient privacy and data protection, often more stringent than federal HIPAA requirements
State Insurance Regulations: State-specific rules governing insurance coverage, reimbursement, and provider requirements
Informed Consent Requirements: State-specific laws governing patient consent procedures and documentation requirements
Medicare/Medicaid Compliance: Federal and state requirements for participation in government healthcare programs
Joint Commission Standards: Accreditation requirements for healthcare facilities affecting quality of care and operational standards
DEA Regulations: Drug Enforcement Administration requirements for prescribing and handling controlled substances
CMS Guidelines: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services guidelines for healthcare delivery and reimbursement
Medical Ethics Guidelines: Professional standards and ethical requirements for medical practice and patient care
Standard of Care Requirements: Legal and professional standards for appropriate medical care and treatment
Medical Staff Bylaws: Internal governance rules for medical staff organization and operations
Malpractice Insurance: Requirements for professional liability coverage and risk management protocols
