#1
Which act established standards for the protection of certain health information?
Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)
ExplanationHIPAA set standards for safeguarding specific health information.
#2
Which organization enforces the HIPAA regulations?
Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)
ExplanationHHS is responsible for enforcing HIPAA regulations.
#3
Which of the following is considered protected health information (PHI) under HIPAA?
All of the above
ExplanationAll listed elements are considered protected health information (PHI) under HIPAA.
#4
What is the purpose of a HIPAA Privacy Notice?
To inform patients of their rights regarding their protected health information
ExplanationHIPAA Privacy Notice informs patients of their rights regarding health information.
#5
What does PHI stand for in the context of healthcare privacy?
Protected Health Information
ExplanationPHI stands for Protected Health Information in healthcare privacy.
#6
What is the primary purpose of the HIPAA Privacy Rule?
To protect the privacy of individually identifiable health information
ExplanationHIPAA Privacy Rule aims to safeguard individual health information privacy.
#7
What is the primary goal of the HIPAA Security Rule?
To ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of electronic protected health information
ExplanationHIPAA Security Rule aims to protect electronic health information.
#8
What is the purpose of the Health Information Technology for Economic and Clinical Health Act (HITECH)?
To promote the adoption and meaningful use of health information technology
ExplanationHITECH Act encourages the adoption of health information technology.
#9
What is the penalty for HIPAA violations?
Fines ranging from $100 to $50,000 per violation
ExplanationHIPAA violations incur fines ranging from $100 to $50,000 per violation.
#10
Which of the following is NOT considered a HIPAA-covered entity?
Software development company
ExplanationA software development company is not a HIPAA-covered entity.
#11
What is the role of a HIPAA Business Associate?
To assist covered entities in meeting their HIPAA obligations
ExplanationHIPAA Business Associates support covered entities with compliance.
#12
What is the concept of 'minimum necessary' in HIPAA regulations?
Covered entities should only disclose the minimum amount of patient information necessary to accomplish the intended purpose
ExplanationHIPAA 'minimum necessary' concept emphasizes limited disclosure for the intended purpose.
#13
Which of the following is NOT a requirement under the HIPAA Security Rule?
Encrypting all ePHI
ExplanationEncrypting all ePHI is not a specific requirement under the HIPAA Security Rule.
#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.
ExplanationCovered entities provide services, while business associates assist in administration under HIPAA.
#15
What is the purpose of the HIPAA Omnibus Rule?
To strengthen privacy and security protections for PHI
ExplanationHIPAA Omnibus Rule strengthens privacy and security protections for PHI.