This is a common-law doctrine that means "let the master answer" and the employer/provider is liable for the actions of the employee.

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Respondeat superior is a common-law doctrine that means "let the master answer." The doctrine means that the employer/provider is liable for actions that the employee did or didn't do within the scope of employment. This means that the medical assistant's actions affect the employer and the provider. The medical assistant's actions or lack of actions can lead to malpractice allegations for the provider.

This Is a Common-Law Doctrine That Means "Let the Master