Medicare 101

As the nation’s largest payer, Medicare has an unparalleled impact on how health care is provided and paid for in the United States. Changes in Medicare rules impact how and where health care is delivered—and who delivers it. This self-paced online course provides an essential orientation to this complex and far-reaching regulatory scheme.

Designed to meet the needs of a wide range of health law professionals, this course provides a broad overview of the Medicare program, as well as an orientation to its legal and practical implications for health care entities and the populations they serve.

Course Syllabus

Module 1: Introduction to Medicare

Module 2: Medicare Part A

Module 3: Medicare Part B

Module 4: Medicare Part C

Module 5: Medicare Part D

Module 6: Medicare’s Impact on Health Care Access and Quality

Module 7: Medicare’s Impact on Health Care Costs

Module 8: Medicare Fraud

Module 9: Appeals and Arbitration: Resolving Medicare Disputes

Module 10: The Future of Medicare

CLICK HERE for a more detailed syllabus, a list of the distinguished faculty, and a preview of the course.

CE Information:

This interactive online course, featuring short lessons, microvideos, and knowledge checks, will take approximately 6.25 hours to complete. This course is approved for CLE and CCB. Please note that the availability of credits may vary from state to state.  This self-study course will be available for purchase for approximately two years after the release date, but state rules on duration of eligibility for CLE-credits differ, so please check with your state before purchasing self-study offerings. For additional information, please visit the AHLA Continuing Education page.  

Train your team. Discounted licenses are available for groups of 10 or more. Email agreene@americanhealthlaw.org for more information.