Exploring Code of Ethics, Diversity, and Inclusion in Healthcare Industry Practices 1. Introduction In the dynamic landscape of the healthcare industry, ethical considerations, diversity, and inclusion play pivotal roles in shaping organizational culture and driving societal impact. This report critically evaluates the Codes of Ethics of three prominent healthcare companies, analyzing their strengths and weaknesses, proposing recommendations for enhancement, and developing an industry-specific Code of Ethics. I chose three companies for analysis, one in the Hospital Systems which is Mayo Clinic, Insurance Cigna, and IQVIA Clinical Research as I am interested in working in either type of business. 2. What is the difference between a'smart' and a'smart'? Company Profiles UMC: A leading hospital system renowned for its …show more content…
Code of Ethics End Match. Cigna Insurance Begin Match to source 3 in source list: Submitted to Capella University on 2024-01-26Code of Ethics: The Code of Ethics of End Match Cigna Insurance underscores principles of transparency, fairness, and customer satisfaction. Strengths include robust provisions for ethical conduct in financial transactions, claims processing, and customer relations. However, weaknesses include a lack of specific guidelines addressing diversity and inclusion, potentially overlooking disparities in healthcare access and outcomes among diverse populations. IQVIA Code of Ethics: The Code of Ethics of IQVIA prioritizes principles of scientific integrity, participant safety, and regulatory compliance. Strengths include rigorous protocols for research conduct, informed consent procedures, and protection of participant rights. However, weaknesses include limited provisions for addressing diversity in research recruitment and inclusion of underrepresented populations, raising concerns about the generalizability and equity of research findings. 4. What is the difference between