CPCA CPCA Medical Records and HIPAA Privacy

Question 1

Under HIPAA, what is the term for health information that can identify an individual?

Accepted Answer

Protected Health Information (PHI)

Answer

Electronic Data Interchange (EDI)

Answer

Covered Entity Data

Answer

Minimum Necessary Information

Question 2

Which of the following is NOT considered a HIPAA-covered entity?

Accepted Answer

Life insurance company

Answer

Health insurance plan

Answer

Dermatology practice that bills electronically

Answer

Healthcare clearinghouse

Question 3

How long must a covered entity retain HIPAA-related policies and procedures?

Accepted Answer

6 years

Answer

3 years

Answer

5 years

Answer

10 years

Question 4

What is the 'minimum necessary' standard under HIPAA?

Accepted Answer

Using only the minimum PHI needed to accomplish the intended purpose

Answer

The smallest claim amount that can be submitted

Answer

The fewest staff allowed access to patient records

Answer

The minimum documentation required for billing

Question 5

A patient requests access to their own medical record. Under HIPAA, how many days does the covered entity generally have to respond?

Accepted Answer

30 days

Answer

10 days

Answer

60 days

Answer

90 days

Question 6

Which office is responsible for enforcing HIPAA Privacy and Security Rules?

Accepted Answer

Office for Civil Rights (OCR)

Answer

Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Answer

Office of Inspector General (OIG)

Answer

State Medical Board