Question

The abbreviation for the laws and regulations that require federally funded healthcare facilities to provide emergency room care, including a full medical screening, to patients regardless of the ability to pay is ______________.

Answer 1

Answer:

EMTALA

In 1986, Congress enacted the Emergency Medical Treatment & Labor Act (EMTALA) to ensure public access to emergency services regardless of ability to pay

Explanation:

Answer 2

Answer:

EMTALA

Explanation:

EMTALA was enacted by Congress in 1986 as part of the Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (COBRA) of 1985