Assignment:
Select one of the following agencies:
- Governmental or other agency, such as JCAHO, that regulates the health care industry or a particular segment of the industry
- Governmental agency that regulates prison health care
Write a 1,400 to 1,750 word paper that explains the role and impact of the agency on the health care industry or prison health care. Include the following:
- Describe the agency's structure.
- Explain the organization's effect on health care.
- Describe one example of the agency carrying out its duties.
- Explain what regulatory authority the agency has in relation to health care.
- Explain how agencies deal with the elements of negligence and intentional torts that could affect risk and quality management for health care organizations.
Format your assignment according to APA guidelines.