PA 512 PA Professional Issues I
The first of a two-part series designed to acquaint students with the history, development, and current status of the PA profession. Topics include the evolution of the PA profession, current and expected future practice trends, the PA's role as part of the health care team, patterns of health care delivery; political and legal factors that affect PA practice. Types of health care systems, billing and patient privacy issues are also presented. In addition, standards of ethical behavior, professional responsibilities and the importance of membership in professional organizations are emphasized.