Asked by Freya Hoskinson on Apr 26, 2024
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To follow HIPAA privacy standards,be sure to get the patient's approval to involve another person in the discussion of his or her private health information.Which of the following statements is true regarding permission?
A) Asking the patient's communication preferences will suffice for permission granted.
B) The patient's daughter tells you she is authorized to receive PHI regarding her mother.
C) The provider asks you to contact the patient's daughter to discuss a procedure her mother should have.
D) Document the permission;without documentation,it is considered "not permitted."
HIPAA Privacy Standards
Regulations established to protect the privacy and security of individuals' health information, set forth by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act.
Documented Permission
Formal consent obtained in writing, indicating agreement or authorization for something to occur.
- Comprehend the methods and importance of ensuring patient privacy and obtaining consent under HIPAA guidelines.
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Zybrea Knight
May 03, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
HIPAA requires explicit permission from the patient to share their private health information (PHI) with others, and it mandates that such permissions be documented. Without documentation, it is assumed that permission was not granted, making D the correct choice. Choices A, B, and C do not meet the standard for documented permission from the patient themselves.
Learning Objectives
- Comprehend the methods and importance of ensuring patient privacy and obtaining consent under HIPAA guidelines.
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