CPMA EXAM Med Records and Documentation Guidelines- Questions with correct Answers

CPMA EXAM Med Records and Documentation Guidelines- Questions with correct Answers HIPAA was made into law in what year? a. 1992 b. 1994 c. 1996 d. 1998 - Answer ️️ c. August 21, 1996 What standard addresses the use and disclosure of individuals' health information—called "protected health information" or PHI. a. Security Rule b. HIPAA c. Privacy Rule d. minimum necessary - Answer ️️ c. Privacy Rule addresses how an individuals PHI may be used. Covered entities under HIPAAs Privacy rule include? a. an employer based and maintained health plan with 50 or less employees b. health care clearinghouses c. Government-funded community health centers d. all of the above. - Answer ️️ b. health care clearinghouses along with Health plans and health care providers When does the Privacy Rule permit use and disclosure of specific PHI without an individuals authorization or permission?