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Chapter 4

Criminal Law

What are the 4 objects of criminal law?

public safety


protect individuals


punish to deter crime


rehabilitate criminals

What is a crime?

social harm made punishable by law.

What is a misdemeanor and felony?

misdemeanor - less than 1 year in jail/fine


felony - more than 1 year

Examples of healthcare crimes?

kickbacks, fraud, false claims/coding, unethical referrals, false records, misuse of drugs, patient abuse, ...

False claims act of 1986 prohibits what?

false claims

Can patient abuse occur in a home?

yes

Can patient abuse include physical, psychological, medical, and financial harm?

yes

What is criminal negligence?

the reckless disregard for safety of others.