Ethics and Confidentiality Flashcards
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An acupuncturist receives a subpoena for patient records signed only by an attorney, without a court order or patient authorization. What is the appropriate step?
Answer: Verify satisfactory assurances or obtain patient authorization or a court order before releasing PHI
HIPAA permits disclosure in response to an attorney subpoena only with satisfactory assurances of notice or a protective order, or with authorization.
Under HIPAA, for how long can a patient request an accounting of certain disclosures of their PHI?
Answer: Prior 6 years
Patients may request an accounting of certain disclosures made in the six years prior to the request.
A patient asks to amend their record, but the practitioner believes the record is accurate. What does HIPAA allow?
Answer: The practitioner may deny in writing, and the patient may submit a statement of disagreement
Providers may deny amendments to accurate records but must give written denial and allow a statement of disagreement.
Which of the following is a dual relationship that an acupuncturist should generally avoid?
Answer: Treating one's own employee who feels unable to refuse
Treating an employee creates a dual relationship with potential coercion and impaired objectivity.
A patient experiences a pneumothorax after acupuncture. What is the most ethical response from the practitioner?
Answer: Ensure emergency care, disclose the event honestly, and document thoroughly
Ethical practice requires prioritizing patient safety, honest disclosure of adverse events, and accurate documentation.
An acupuncturist advertises that acupuncture 'cures cancer.' This violates which ethical principle?
Answer: Truthfulness in advertising
Advertising must be truthful and not make false or unsubstantiated claims of cure.
A breach of unsecured PHI affects 650 patients in one state. In addition to notifying individuals, who must be notified?
Answer: HHS and prominent media outlets serving the area
Breaches affecting more than 500 residents of a state require notice to HHS and prominent media outlets within 60 days.