CTC Regulatory Compliance & Standards 2

Question 1

Under 42 CFR Part 2, which category of telehealth records receives heightened confidentiality protections beyond standard HIPAA requirements?

Accepted Answer

Substance use disorder records

Answer

42 CFR Part 2 provides special federal protections for substance use disorder (SUD) patient records, requiring specific written consent before disclosure even to other treating providers.

Question 2

Which federal law established the Ryan Haight Online Pharmacy Consumer Protection Act provisions that restrict prescribing controlled substances via telehealth?

Accepted Answer

Controlled Substances Act

Answer

The Ryan Haight Act amended the Controlled Substances Act to require an in-person evaluation before prescribing Schedule II-V controlled substances via the internet or telehealth.

Question 3

A telehealth coordinator is auditing a platform that stores PHI. Which technical safeguard under HIPAA Security Rule is specifically required for PHI transmitted over open networks?

Accepted Answer

Encryption and decryption

Answer

The HIPAA Security Rule requires encryption as an addressable implementation specification for PHI transmitted over open electronic networks to protect against unauthorized interception.

Question 4

Which CMS condition applies when a Medicare patient receives telehealth services and the originating site is a patient's home?

Accepted Answer

No geographic restriction applies under current flexibilities

Answer

Under COVID-19 emergency flexibilities that were extended, Medicare patients can receive telehealth from their homes without geographic restrictions, removing the traditional rural-only limitation.

Question 5

A CTC is reviewing a business associate agreement (BAA). Which entity is NOT required to sign a BAA under HIPAA?

Accepted Answer

Janitorial company with incidental PHI access

Answer

Workforce members and employees of a covered entity, including janitorial staff with only incidental contact, are not business associates and do not require a BAA.

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CTC Regulatory Compliance & Standards 2