Healthcare Provider Liability
/ˈhɛlθˌkɛər prəˈvaɪdər laɪəˈbɪləti/
Definitions
- (n.) Legal responsibility of healthcare professionals or entities for harm or injury caused to patients due to negligence, malpractice, or failure to meet standard care.
The hospital faced healthcare provider liability after the surgical error harmed the patient.
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- healthcare provider liability
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Commentary
This term specifically addresses the scope of legal accountability for providers in medical settings, emphasizing the standard of care and negligence principles applicable in litigation.
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