HIPAA Questions and Answers | Latest
Version | 2025/2026 | Correct & Verified
Can PHI be shared with family members without patient consent?
✔✔Only if the patient consents or in situations allowed by law.
What is the purpose of the HIPAA Privacy Rule?
✔✔To regulate how patient information can be used and disclosed.
What does the HIPAA Security Rule protect?
✔✔Electronic PHI (ePHI) against unauthorized access, alteration, or destruction.
What is a HIPAA breach?
✔✔Unauthorized access, use, or disclosure of PHI.
What is the purpose of the Breach Notification Rule?
✔✔To notify affected individuals and authorities when PHI is compromised.
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, Can PHI be discussed in public areas like hallways or elevators?
✔✔No, PHI should only be discussed in private areas.
What information is classified as Protected Health Information (PHI)?
✔✔Any individually identifiable health information related to treatment, payment, or health
status.
Can employees access PHI for personal curiosity?
✔✔No, PHI can only be accessed for work-related, authorized purposes.
What is the minimum necessary rule in HIPAA?
✔✔Only the least amount of PHI needed to perform a task should be accessed or disclosed.
Who is considered a covered entity under HIPAA?
✔✔Healthcare providers, health plans, and healthcare clearinghouses.
What should you do if a PHI breach occurs?
✔✔Immediately report it to your supervisor or privacy officer.
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Version | 2025/2026 | Correct & Verified
Can PHI be shared with family members without patient consent?
✔✔Only if the patient consents or in situations allowed by law.
What is the purpose of the HIPAA Privacy Rule?
✔✔To regulate how patient information can be used and disclosed.
What does the HIPAA Security Rule protect?
✔✔Electronic PHI (ePHI) against unauthorized access, alteration, or destruction.
What is a HIPAA breach?
✔✔Unauthorized access, use, or disclosure of PHI.
What is the purpose of the Breach Notification Rule?
✔✔To notify affected individuals and authorities when PHI is compromised.
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, Can PHI be discussed in public areas like hallways or elevators?
✔✔No, PHI should only be discussed in private areas.
What information is classified as Protected Health Information (PHI)?
✔✔Any individually identifiable health information related to treatment, payment, or health
status.
Can employees access PHI for personal curiosity?
✔✔No, PHI can only be accessed for work-related, authorized purposes.
What is the minimum necessary rule in HIPAA?
✔✔Only the least amount of PHI needed to perform a task should be accessed or disclosed.
Who is considered a covered entity under HIPAA?
✔✔Healthcare providers, health plans, and healthcare clearinghouses.
What should you do if a PHI breach occurs?
✔✔Immediately report it to your supervisor or privacy officer.
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