Just as healthcare administrators are required to manage their staff and evaluate their performance, they also must also be aware of federal, state and local government healthcare laws. Healthcare administrators are responsible for ensuring that their employees abide by all updated laws, which may pertain to the prices and rates of care provided to patients, how to bill government agencies regarding insured patients and even confidentiality laws.
In the end, healthcare administrators must be informed of new laws and changing trends in order to effectively and legally run the organization they work for. This career is packed with responsibilities and hard work, but it also presents many exciting opportunities for those who are passionate about helping others.
The College of Nursing and Health Care Professions at Grand Canyon University has a nearly 35-year tradition of preparing students to fill evolving healthcare roles as highly qualified professionals. To learn about GCU’s nursing programs, visit our website or contact us using the Request More Information button at the top of the page.
References:
- “Medical and Health Services Managers.” Bureau of Labor Statistics. Retrieved from: bls.gov/ooh/management/medical-and-health-services-managers.htm