CRSS Documentation and Confidentiality 3

Question 1

Under HIPAA's Minimum Necessary Standard, when sharing client information with another provider, the RSS should:

Accepted Answer

Share only the information reasonably necessary to accomplish the intended purpose

Answer

HIPAA's Minimum Necessary Standard requires limiting disclosures to the least amount of information needed to fulfill the specific purpose.

Question 2

A client's family member calls asking about the client's attendance and participation in a recovery support program. The RSS should:

Accepted Answer

Provide general information about the program without disclosing the client's participation

Answer

Without a valid release from the client, the RSS should neither confirm nor deny the client's participation, even to family members.

Question 3

Which element is essential for a consent to release information to be legally valid under 42 CFR Part 2?

Accepted Answer

The specific name or general designation of the program permitted to make the disclosure

Answer

42 CFR Part 2 requires the consent form to specifically identify the program authorized to disclose, among other required elements.

Question 4

An RSS is leaving employment and wants to copy their client caseload notes to share with new colleagues at another agency. This action is:

Accepted Answer

A violation of confidentiality laws and agency policy

Answer

Client records belong to the agency, not the individual worker; removing or copying records without authorization violates confidentiality and privacy laws.

Question 5

What is the primary purpose of maintaining accurate and timely documentation in recovery support services?

Accepted Answer

To support continuity of care, accountability, and demonstrate the effectiveness of services

Answer

Accurate documentation supports continuity of care, demonstrates outcomes, and fulfills accountability requirements for funders and regulatory bodies.

CRSS - Certified Recovery Support Specialist Practice Test

CRSS - Certified Recovery Support Specialist Practice Test

CRSS Documentation and Confidentiality 3