The Law of Healthcare Administration

The Law of Healthcare Administration, 10th Edition, by authors Sallie Thieme Sanford and J. Stuart Showalter, provides students and healthcare leaders with a structured introduction to legal principles in healthcare administration. Published by ACHE Learn, this textbook details how statutes, court rulings, and administrative agency rules govern medical organizations.

Divided into fifteen chapters, the text explores major national policy frameworks alongside constitutional developments. Specific thematic coverage includes statutory regulations under the federal No Surprises Act, legal challenges related to the Affordable Care Act, and judicial precedent established in decisions like Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health.

Designed for formal degree programs and professional study, the text assists readers in evaluating administrative responsibilities under evolving healthcare laws. Its structured presentation links statutory requirements directly to executive leadership practice, supporting both students and active managers who navigate regulatory compliance across health delivery systems.