Emergency Medical Treatment And Labor Act! Trivia Quiz
An emergency medical technician is the first responder for most emergency patients and is given the job of nursing people back to health before they get to see the doctor. Some labor laws are designed to ease and direct how emergency medical treatment is given out. Take up this quiz and get to review your understanding of the EMTALA as per your classes.
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The Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act (EMTALA) was enacted in 1986 as part of what law?
- A.
False Claims Act
- B.
Physician Self-Referral Law
- C.
Consolidated Omnibus Reconciliation Act
- D.
Physicians at Teaching Hospitals Initiative
Correct Answer
C. Consolidated Omnibus Reconciliation ActExplanation
The correct answer is the Consolidated Omnibus Reconciliation Act (COBRA). The COBRA is a federal law that was enacted in 1986 and includes various provisions related to healthcare, including the EMTALA. The EMTALA requires hospitals that participate in Medicare to provide emergency medical treatment to anyone who seeks it, regardless of their ability to pay. It also prohibits hospitals from transferring or discharging patients in an unstable condition without proper medical screening and stabilization. The EMTALA was included as part of the COBRA to ensure access to emergency medical care for all individuals.Rate this question:
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- 2.
What penalties might a clinician face for an EMTALA violation?
- A.
Fines of $50,000 per violation
- B.
Exclusion from Medicare
- C.
A personal injury civil lawsuit
- D.
All of the above
Correct Answer
D. All of the aboveExplanation
A clinician who violates EMTALA (Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act) may face fines of $50,000 per violation, exclusion from Medicare, and a personal injury civil lawsuit. EMTALA requires hospitals to provide emergency medical treatment to individuals regardless of their ability to pay. Violating this law can result in severe consequences for the clinician, including financial penalties, loss of Medicare privileges, and potential legal action from the affected individuals.Rate this question:
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- 3.
Which of the following groups are protected under EMTALA?
- A.
Patients who come to the ED seeking screening and treatment for a medical condition
- B.
Outpatients who are already receiving outpatient services as part of an encounter
- C.
Inpatients
- D.
Patients who present to a physician’s office with an emergency condition
Correct Answer
A. Patients who come to the ED seeking screening and treatment for a medical conditionExplanation
EMTALA, or the Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act, is a federal law in the United States that requires hospitals to provide emergency medical services to individuals, regardless of their ability to pay or their insurance status. The law specifically protects patients who come to the emergency department seeking screening and treatment for a medical condition. This means that hospitals cannot turn away or delay treatment for individuals who require immediate medical attention, regardless of their financial situation. EMTALA does not specifically protect outpatients, inpatients, or patients who present to a physician's office with an emergency condition.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Which of the following non-hospital facilities are considered dedicated Emergency Departments?
- A.
Facilities licensed by the state as an ED
- B.
Facilities that present themselves to the public as presenting emergency medical care on an urgent basis, without a previously scheduled appointment
- C.
Facilities that provide treatment for emergency conditions without an appointment for at least one-third of all outpatient visits during the previous year
- D.
All of the above
Correct Answer
D. All of the aboveExplanation
All of the options listed in the question are considered dedicated Emergency Departments. This includes facilities that are licensed by the state as an ED, facilities that present themselves to the public as providing emergency medical care without a scheduled appointment, and facilities that provide treatment for emergency conditions without an appointment for at least one-third of all outpatient visits during the previous year. Therefore, the correct answer is "All of the above".Rate this question:
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- 5.
Hospitals that are found in violation of EMTALA:
- A.
May be put on the 23-day track to termination from the Medicare program.
- B.
Are immediately removed from state Medicaid programs.
- C.
Are automatically sued in federal court.
- D.
Are rarely concerned because the fines are small.
Correct Answer
A. May be put on the 23-day track to termination from the Medicare program.Explanation
Hospitals that are found in violation of EMTALA may be put on the 23-day track to termination from the Medicare program. This means that if a hospital is found to be in violation of EMTALA, they may face the consequence of being terminated from the Medicare program within 23 days. This is a serious consequence as it would mean that the hospital would no longer be eligible to receive reimbursement from Medicare for the services they provide to Medicare beneficiaries.Rate this question:
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