Ocean Health is a nonprofit, community-based, healthcare delivery network in Medford, Oregon, which includes three acute-care hospitals, a network of more than 1500 physicians, a broad ambulatory care network, home healthcare, and associated support services. The organization has a compliance department that is staffed with a director for compliance and several professional staff. You have a lead role on the compliance team. The responsibility for the Compliance Department includes, but is not limited to, the following:
- Ensuring that all departments and lines of business are in compliance with all contact requirements; accreditation standards; and all applicable federal, state, and local laws.
- Developing and implementing a policy that is consistent with the organization's mission and goals while ensuring compliance with all external regulatory agencies.
- Providing technical support to all departments and lines in business regarding compliance issues.
Length: 250 words minimum
Use of APA standards is necessary.
Use at least (2) references
Use words that respond to the following questions with your thoughts, ideas, and comments. Be substantive and clear, and use examples to reinforce your ideas.
In your own words, define the following terms:
- Ethics
- Amoral
- Law
- Beneficence
- Justice
- Autonomy
Often times in healthcare, there is a difference in values and what one believes to be morally and/or ethically acceptable. Research and discuss a current situation in healthcare that presents an ethical and/or moral dilemma. Discuss why the situation presents an ethical or moral dilemma and discuss any other thoughts or feelings you have about the situation