Write a 350- to 700-word paper on one of the following laws: HIPAA (1996) or EMTALA (1986). Pretend you are a health care manager employed at a small community hospital responsible for educating your staff about HIPAA (1996) or EMTALA (1986). Include the following in your paper:

• Describe the law and its purpose.
• Explain how it is enacted. For example, is it enacted by the state or federal government?
• What are some key facts every employee should know about the law?
• What are the consequences of the organization or the employee for failing to abide by the law?
• How do these regulations effect the management of employees, resources, patients, and health care?

Format your paper consistent with APA guidelines.

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