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Healthcare Policy and Legal Compliance

by Daniel Jackson 1,*
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Daniel Jackson
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Received: 19 March 2020 / Accepted: 24 April 2020 / Published Online: 13 May 2020

Abstract

This paper explores the intricate relationship between healthcare policy and legal compliance, examining how the two are inextricably linked in the contemporary healthcare landscape. It delves into the significance of adhering to healthcare policies, which are designed to ensure the equitable, efficient, and effective delivery of healthcare services. The legal compliance aspect of the paper focuses on the regulations and standards that healthcare organizations must adhere to, including licensing, privacy laws, and ethical guidelines. The analysis highlights the challenges that healthcare providers face when navigating the complex web of policies and laws, and it proposes strategies for maintaining compliance while improving patient outcomes. The paper also discusses the role of policymakers and regulators in shaping healthcare policy and legal frameworks, and it offers recommendations for fostering a culture of compliance within healthcare institutions. Overall, the paper underscores the importance of a harmonious relationship between healthcare policy and legal compliance, emphasizing that both are essential components of a sustainable and ethical healthcare system.


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Jackson, D. Healthcare Policy and Legal Compliance. Frontiers of Law & Policy Research, 2020, 2, 9. https://doi.org/10.69610/j.flpr.20200513
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Jackson D. Healthcare Policy and Legal Compliance. Frontiers of Law & Policy Research; 2020, 2(1):9. https://doi.org/10.69610/j.flpr.20200513
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Jackson, Daniel 2020. "Healthcare Policy and Legal Compliance" Frontiers of Law & Policy Research 2, no.1:9. https://doi.org/10.69610/j.flpr.20200513
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Jackson, D. (2020). Healthcare Policy and Legal Compliance. Frontiers of Law & Policy Research, 2(1), 9. https://doi.org/10.69610/j.flpr.20200513

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