Exam : Essentials of HIPAA
True or False: It is acceptable to access PHI that you do not need to perform your job duties. - Answer-
false
True or False: Encrypting sensitive information is an example of a technical safeguard. - Answer-true
What does PHI stands for? - Answer-Protected Health Information
When does a state or federal law or regulation preempt HIPAA? - Answer-When it gives the individual
more access to their PHI
If someone you provide care for asks a question about the health of their neighbor, you should: -
Answer-Tell them you cannot discuss any private information.
For how many years after a person's death is PHI protected? - Answer-50
All of the following describe a best practice for privacy and security, EXCEPT: - Answer-Do not shred
documents containing PHI prior to discarding.
True or False: It is acceptable to access PHI that you do not need to perform your job duties. - Answer-
false
True or False: Encrypting sensitive information is an example of a technical safeguard. - Answer-true
What does PHI stands for? - Answer-Protected Health Information
When does a state or federal law or regulation preempt HIPAA? - Answer-When it gives the individual
more access to their PHI
If someone you provide care for asks a question about the health of their neighbor, you should: -
Answer-Tell them you cannot discuss any private information.
For how many years after a person's death is PHI protected? - Answer-50
All of the following describe a best practice for privacy and security, EXCEPT: - Answer-Do not shred
documents containing PHI prior to discarding.