CBHT Client Confidentiality and HIPAA 2

Question 1

A BHT overhears a coworker discussing a client's diagnosis loudly in the break room with another staff member who is not involved in that client's care. What is the most appropriate action?

Accepted Answer

Interrupt and remind the coworker that this conversation should occur in a private area

Answer

HIPAA's minimum necessary standard requires that PHI be discussed only in appropriate settings with those who have a need to know, so the BHT should redirect the conversation.

Question 2

Under HIPAA, which of the following best describes 'protected health information' (PHI)?

Accepted Answer

Any individually identifiable health information held or transmitted by a covered entity

Answer

PHI is any individually identifiable health information created, received, maintained, or transmitted by a covered entity in any form or medium.

Question 3

A client's employer calls the facility asking whether the client is currently receiving treatment there. How should the BHT respond?

Accepted Answer

Neither confirm nor deny the client's presence without a signed authorization from the client

Answer

Even confirming or denying enrollment constitutes a disclosure of PHI, which requires client authorization unless an exception applies.

Question 4

Which of the following is a permissible disclosure of PHI without client authorization under HIPAA?

Accepted Answer

Reporting a gunshot wound to law enforcement as required by state law

Answer

HIPAA permits disclosure without authorization for certain public health and law enforcement activities, including mandatory reporting required by state law.

Question 5

A BHT accidentally sends an email containing a client's treatment summary to the wrong address. What is the FIRST step the BHT should take?

Accepted Answer

Immediately report the incident to a supervisor or the privacy officer

Answer

A misdirected email containing PHI is a potential breach that must be reported to the privacy officer promptly so a breach assessment can occur.

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CBHT Client Confidentiality and HIPAA 2