Healthcare Privacy and Security Regulations Quiz
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#1
Which act established standards for the protection of certain health information?
Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)
Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (ACA)
Health Information Technology for Economic and Clinical Health Act (HITECH)
Food and Drug Administration Safety and Innovation Act (FDASIA)
#2
Which organization enforces the HIPAA regulations?
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)
Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)
Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
National Institutes of Health (NIH)
#3
Which of the following is considered protected health information (PHI) under HIPAA?
Name and address
Social security number
Medical diagnosis
All of the above
#4
What is the purpose of a HIPAA Privacy Notice?
To inform patients of their rights regarding their protected health information
To market healthcare services to patients
To solicit donations for medical research
To provide information on emergency services
#5
What does PHI stand for in the context of healthcare privacy?
Personal Health Information
Protected Health Information
Private Health Insurance
Public Health Intervention
#6
What is the primary purpose of the HIPAA Privacy Rule?
To set national standards for the security of electronic protected health information
To protect the privacy of individually identifiable health information
To ensure the safety and efficacy of medical products
To establish protocols for healthcare data exchange
#7
What is the primary goal of the HIPAA Security Rule?
To ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of electronic protected health information
To regulate the marketing of pharmaceuticals
To establish guidelines for clinical trials
To monitor healthcare provider compliance with billing regulations
#8
What is the purpose of the Health Information Technology for Economic and Clinical Health Act (HITECH)?
To establish standards for clinical trials
To promote the adoption and meaningful use of health information technology
To regulate the marketing of pharmaceuticals
To provide funding for medical research
#9
What is the penalty for HIPAA violations?
Fines ranging from $100 to $50,000 per violation
Loss of medical license
Community service
Imprisonment for up to 5 years
#10
Which of the following is NOT considered a HIPAA-covered entity?
Healthcare provider
Health insurance company
Software development company
Healthcare clearinghouse
#11
What is the role of a HIPAA Business Associate?
To provide healthcare services directly to patients
To assist covered entities in meeting their HIPAA obligations
To develop healthcare policies and procedures
To conduct research on healthcare trends
#12
What is the concept of 'minimum necessary' in HIPAA regulations?
Covered entities should disclose all available patient information
Covered entities should only disclose the minimum amount of patient information necessary to accomplish the intended purpose
Patients have the right to access all their health information at any time
Patients have the right to restrict any disclosures of their health information
#13
Which of the following is NOT a requirement under the HIPAA Security Rule?
Implementing access controls
Conducting risk assessments
Encrypting all ePHI
Providing physical safeguards for PHI
#14
What is the difference between a covered entity and a business associate under HIPAA?
Covered entities provide healthcare services, while business associates assist in healthcare administration.
Covered entities are individuals, while business associates are organizations.
Covered entities are regulated by HIPAA, while business associates are not.
Covered entities must comply with HIPAA Privacy Rule only, while business associates must comply with both Privacy and Security Rules.
#15
What is the purpose of the HIPAA Omnibus Rule?
To simplify HIPAA regulations
To strengthen privacy and security protections for PHI
To repeal HIPAA regulations
To remove penalties for HIPAA violations
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