The healthcare industry is governed by a complex framework of federal laws and regulations that establish minimum standards for patient care, privacy, and rights. These laws, including HIPAA, the Affordable Care Act, and the Emergency Medical Treatment and Active Labor Act (EMTALA), create important protections for patients and obligations for healthcare providers. There are also federal laws that are sometimes overlooked by medical providers, such as the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Fair Housing Act, 42 U.S.C. § 1983, and others.
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