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The Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act (EMTALA)
1University of Washington School of Medicine, 9119 Fauntleroy Way SW, Seattle, WA 98136-2616, USA. fillbuck@juno.com
The Journal of Medical Practice Management : MPM
|January 22, 2003
Abstract:
The Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act (EMTALA) was enacted to prevent patient dumping. It provides patients a considerable amount of protection and leverage in obtaining care under emergency situations. The reimbursement strictures imposed by managed care organizations have compounded the problems. This article summarizes the Act's definition of role and duties of hospitals and physicians and the regulations to which these parties must adhere or face significant penalties.