Improving Regulatory Enforcement in the Face of Inadequate Resources
1The Edgar A. Hahn Professor of Law and a Professor of Bioethics at Case Western Reserve University.
Summary
This study explores regulatory enforcement challenges using Oregon
Area of Science:
- Healthcare Administration
- Public Policy
- Regulatory Studies
Background:
- Regulatory enforcement presents significant challenges in healthcare.
- In-home care agencies (IHCA) face specific compliance hurdles.
- Oregon's regulatory framework for IHCA serves as a case study.
Purpose of the Study:
- To highlight the complexities of regulatory enforcement for students.
- To explore strategies for improving IHCA compliance without increased funding.
- To analyze practical solutions for regulatory challenges.
Main Methods:
- Case study analysis of Oregon's IHCA regulations.
- Educational exercise focused on regulatory enforcement.
- Formulation of compliance-enhancing suggestions.
Main Results:
- Identified key challenges in enforcing IHCA regulations.
- Developed practical, low-cost strategies for enhancing compliance.
- Provided actionable recommendations for regulatory bodies.
Conclusions:
- Effective regulatory enforcement requires innovative, resource-conscious strategies.
- Student engagement in problem-solving can yield valuable insights.
- The Oregon IHCA case offers transferable lessons for other regulatory contexts.
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