EMTALA: Why EMTALA is Actually Good for Emergency Physicians

EMTALA: Why EMTALA is Actually Good for Emergency Physicians is organized by the American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP).,,Start Date: 12/09/2020,End Date: 12/08/2023,,Overview:,Over the years, uncertainty has arisen from interpretations of this complex federal law and how it applies to various aspects of the practice of emergency medicine. EMTALA investigators cite hospitals for a wide range of practices found to violate EMTALA. Emergency physicians face medical liability risks for actions deemed to violate EMTALA, making it paramount that they understand the law, how it's enforced, and how it applies to their everyday practice. This series will provide you with the know-how for navigating EMTALA.,,Objectives:,• Describe the key tenets of EMTALA, how the law has evolved and is enforced and how emergency physicians can reduce their risk in common situations where EMTALA violations often occur.,,Additional details will be posted as soon as information is available.