Online Master of Laws (LL.M.) in Health Law and Healthcare Compliance
Revolutionize Healthcare Delivery With Albany Law's LL.M. in Health Law and Healthcare Compliance
Today's top attorneys address some of the most pressing legal issues facing the healthcare industry. Prepare to take on these complex challenges in the online Master of Laws (LL.M.) in Health Law and Healthcare Compliance program at Albany Law School.
In just one year, students gain a comprehensive understanding of the laws and regulations that shape the healthcare industry. Whether they're practicing attorneys looking to deepen their expertise or seek a transition into the healthcare law sector, our program delivers the practical skills that build off the theoretical knowledge developed in a J.D. program.
The program's flexibility means students can balance their studies with their other commitments, and our course topics offer a well-rounded yet highly specialized look across the industry. Our practitioner faculty teach through scenarios and application, providing invaluable real-world experience. Students graduate equipped to achieve success in roles across healthcare systems and private practice and lead lasting careers in this ever-evolving field.
Why Pursue an LL.M. Degree in Health Compliance at Albany Law?
Albany Law's online LL.M. in Healthcare Compliance and Health Law is at the forefront of legal education. Designed to meet the industry's changing demands, the program equips attorneys like you with the expert knowledge to navigate the complexities of modern healthcare law. When you choose Albany, you choose:
A Flexible Education at an Affordable Cost
While you save time and money by completing your LL.M. degree in just one year, you also benefit from our competitively priced tuition and the opportunity to receive scholarship support of up to $460 per credit. This allows you to advance professionally without incurring significant debt or putting your career on hold.
The Ability to Expand Your Network and Knowledge
Interdisciplinary education broadens your point of view and enables you to make connections across contexts. In the health law and healthcare compliance LL.M. program, your peers are lawyers and industry professionals seeking to advance their careers. Our small class sizes of 20 students or fewer help you get to know your classmates and instructors and grow your network within the field.
Unparalleled Guidance From Legal Experts
Throughout your studies, you learn from individuals with decades of experience in the industry—whether from Melissa Zambri, whose practice focuses on enterprise development and regulatory guidance and provides counsel to all kinds of personnel in the healthcare sector, or Michelle Frankel, director of legal affairs and counsel at National Health Care Associates.
Our faculty members have served as counsel to all kinds of organizations in the healthcare sector, represented various healthcare providers and entities on regulatory and transactional matters, and more. Their professional backgrounds enable them to guide you throughout your online coursework and as you chart your own path in your career.
Program Details
At Albany Law, our online LL.M. degree in Health Law and Healthcare Compliance allows you to move your career prospects forward and earn a specialized advanced law degree in just one year. We go beyond theory, emphasizing decision-making skills applicable in many professional contexts. You learn from industry practitioners and experts who help you drive real change.
Albany Law’s LL.M. in Health Law and Healthcare Compliance program offers a comprehensive exploration of the legal landscape governing the healthcare industry. The curriculum covers regulations, compliance requirements, and the ethical considerations that shape modern healthcare practices.
We focus on healthcare compliance and fraud prevention, closely examining federal laws such as the Anti-Kickback Statute, the Stark Law, the False Claims Act, and HIPPA. Students learn to identify potential violations, implement effective compliance programs, and conduct thorough investigations.
The 24-credit program also covers a broad spectrum of healthcare legal issues, including specialized classes in malpractice, Medicare and Medicaid, mental and public health law, pharmaceutical compliance, and more.
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Students can take additional elective coursework in cybersecurity and data privacy, financial compliance and risk management, human resources, and advocacy, enabling them to build an advanced degree that fits their unique career interests.
Just because you enroll in an online healthcare law degree program doesn’t mean you can’t get involved at Albany Law by connecting with us virtually. You have access to the same online resources and support as our in-person students. Throughout your studies, you can:
- Join our student clubs and organizations, including the Health Law Society.
- Receive support through the Career and Professional Development Center.
- Access databases and information through the Schaffer Law Library.
- Participate in student clubs and organizations.
- Utilize our wellness and counseling services.
Albany Law School’s Board of Trustees sets tuition rates annually. The 24-credit health law and healthcare compliance LL.M. program tuition rate is $2,196 per credit for the 2026-27 school year.
Your education is an investment in your future. Our scholarship of up to $460 per credit hour, automatically offered when you enroll at Albany Law School, demonstrates our investment in you. At the full $460, this scholarship amounts to a savings of over $11,000, significantly reducing the cost of your graduate degree.
Learn more about tuition or contact Graduate Admissions via email or phone at (518) 445-2365.
We require applicants to the online LL.M. in Health Law and Healthcare Compliance degree program to possess a J.D. or LL.B. degree.
A complete application to the program includes the following materials:
- Electronic application.
- Resume.
- Statement of Interest answering the following:
- Why have you chosen Albany Law School and this particular program of study?
- How will your selected program of study advance your career objectives?
- How will your contributions as a student enhance the overall learning community?
- One letter of recommendation (maximum of four) from faculty, supervisor, or client who can address the applicant's academic and intellectual abilities.
- Transcripts from all colleges, professional or technical, and law schools the applicant has attended.
What Can You Do With a Healthcare Law Degree?
Healthcare spending will make up nearly 20% of the U.S. economy, according to recent projections. As the healthcare industry grows, it continues to be one of the most regulated sectors. At Albany Law, our online LL.M. in Healthcare Compliance and Health Law degree program prepares students to understand and influence laws and regulations in several areas.
From hospitals to pharmaceutical companies, health insurance companies to long-term care facilities—and much more—there are many settings seeking health law and healthcare compliance experts. Graduates of Albany Law’s program can pursue careers as:
- Chief Compliance, Ethics, and Privacy Officer
- Director of Risk Management
- General Counsel
- Healthcare Compliance Officer
- Senior Contracts Analyst
Job Overview: Healthcare Compliance Attorney
Average Salary: $108,651
Job Growth: N/A
Years of Work Experience Required: N/A
Entry-Level Education Required: J.D., LL.B., or LL.M.
Job Overview: Medical Lawyer
Median Salary: $112,947
Job Growth: N/A
Years of Work Experience Required: N/A
Entry-Level Education Required: J.D., LL.B., or LL.M.
Job Overview: HIPAA Privacy Officer
Median Salary: $204,000
Job Growth: N/A
Years of Work Experience Required: N/A
Entry-Level Education Required: Bachelor’s, master’s preferred
“I already had my mind made up in terms of the direction that I want to go with my career and working for a hospital—being in-house counsel—then hopefully, eventually, a general counsel with years of experience. This degree just made sense for me to start that journey.”
Wajiha Kazmi ‘22, LL.M., Health Law and Healthcare Compliance
Associate Attorney, New York State Department of Health
Become a Leader in Healthcare Compliance With an LL.M. Degree From Albany Law
Don't just follow the changes in healthcare law—lead them. Make your way to the forefront by earning an LL.M. in Health Law and Healthcare Compliance online through Albany Law School. Start your application today, or contact us to learn more.
Accreditation
Albany Law School is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and the American Bar Association (which accredits only J.D. programs).
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