CMAA HIPAA and Patient Confidentiality 4

Question 1

Under HIPAA, which of the following is considered a 'covered entity'?

Accepted Answer

A health insurance plan that pays for medical services

Answer

Covered entities under HIPAA include health plans, healthcare clearinghouses, and healthcare providers who transmit health information electronically.

Question 2

A patient requests an amendment to their medical record because they believe information is incorrect. Under HIPAA, the covered entity must respond within:

Accepted Answer

60 days, with one possible 30-day extension

Answer

HIPAA requires covered entities to act on a request for amendment within 60 days, with one 30-day extension if needed and notice is provided.

Question 3

Which of the following best describes a 'limited data set' under HIPAA?

Accepted Answer

PHI with most direct identifiers removed but may include dates and geographic data

Answer

A limited data set has most direct identifiers removed but may still include dates (e.g., admission, discharge) and geographic subdivisions, and requires a data use agreement.

Question 4

A medical administrative assistant receives a subpoena for a patient's records. What is the correct first step?

Accepted Answer

Notify the patient and consult the facility's legal counsel or privacy officer

Answer

Before releasing records pursuant to a subpoena, the facility should notify the patient and seek legal guidance to ensure HIPAA compliance.

Question 5

Under the HIPAA Privacy Rule, which of the following uses of PHI does NOT require patient authorization?

Accepted Answer

Sharing PHI with a public health authority to report a communicable disease

Answer

Public health activities, such as reporting communicable diseases to authorized public health authorities, are permitted disclosures under HIPAA without patient authorization.

CMAA - Certified Medical Administrative Assistant Practice Test

CMAA - Certified Medical Administrative Assistant Practice Test

CMAA HIPAA and Patient Confidentiality 4