AHIMA Compliance and Legal 3

Question 1

A valid authorization for release of PHI under HIPAA must contain which required element?

Accepted Answer

An expiration date or expiration event

Answer

A HIPAA-compliant authorization must include an expiration date or expiration event (e.g., one year from the date of signature or upon completion of a research study).

Question 2

Under HIPAA's Minimum Necessary Standard, a covered entity must:

Accepted Answer

Disclose only the minimum amount of PHI needed to accomplish the intended purpose

Answer

The Minimum Necessary Standard requires that covered entities make reasonable efforts to limit PHI disclosed to the smallest amount necessary to accomplish the intended purpose.

Question 3

The Stark Law (Physician Self-Referral Law) is primarily a:

Accepted Answer

Civil statute with strict liability

Answer

The Stark Law is a civil strict-liability statute, meaning a violation can occur without any intent to violate the law, making compliance programs especially critical.

Question 4

A patient requests amendment of their medical record, claiming a diagnosis is incorrect. The covered entity may deny the request if:

Accepted Answer

The information was created by another provider and is accurate and complete

Answer

A covered entity may deny an amendment request if the PHI was not created by the entity and it believes the originating provider is better positioned to assess accuracy.

Question 5

Which act requires healthcare facilities to treat or stabilize patients presenting to emergency departments regardless of their ability to pay?

Accepted Answer

EMTALA

Answer

EMTALA (Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act) mandates that hospitals participating in Medicare provide a medical screening exam and stabilizing treatment regardless of insurance or ability to pay.

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AHIMA Compliance and Legal 3