Title: Describe the influence of government agencies on the delivery of health care.
Course: Radiologic Technology I (14105-I) > Section: Applying Legal, Ethical, and Professional Responsibilities to Clinical Practice

Description should include

- state government agencies, such as
  - Virginia Board of Medicine
  - Virginia Department of Health (VDH)
  - Joint Commission on Health Care (JCHC)
  - Virginia Department of Health Professions

- national government agencies, such as
  - U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)
  - The Joint Commission
  - U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
  - Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC).

Process/Skill Questions:

- What is the importance of a healthcare facility being accredited?
- What is the role of the HHS in ensuring patient rights and services?
- How does The Joint Commission serve the medical community?