Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPPA) Practice Exam

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The HIPAA Privacy Rule covers the disclosure of protected health information (PHI) in any form or media. Is this statement true or false?

True
False
Only for electronic records
Only for written records

The correct answer is: True

The statement is true because the HIPAA Privacy Rule encompasses the protection of all forms and media of protected health information (PHI). This includes not only electronic records but also oral and written communications. The HIPAA Privacy Rule establishes standards to safeguard medical records and other personal health information, regardless of the format in which it is stored or transmitted. Therefore, any disclosure of PHI, irrespective of whether it is in electronic, written, or oral form, falls under the purview of HIPAA regulations. This comprehensive protection is crucial in ensuring that individuals' health information remains confidential and secure across various platforms and methods of communication.