ICD10monitor February 24, 2025
Timothy Powell, CPA, CHCP

The distinction between laws and regulations is a fundamental aspect of governance in the United States, particularly in highly regulated sectors such as healthcare.

With the recent fall of the Chevron deference standard, which historically granted federal administrative agencies broad interpretive authority over ambiguous statutes, the balance of power between legislatures, agencies, and courts is poised to shift significantly. This article explores the differences between laws and regulations in healthcare, and examines how the change in the Chevron doctrine might affect their interpretation and implementation.

What Is a Law?

A law is a formal rule established by a legislative body, such as Congress at the federal level or state legislatures at the state level. Laws are enacted through a defined...

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