HIPAA The Omnibus Rule 4

Question 1

The Omnibus Rule expanded individuals' rights regarding access to their PHI. Which of the following is a new right introduced or clarified by the Omnibus Rule?

Accepted Answer

The right to receive an electronic copy of their PHI held in an EHR

Answer

The Omnibus Rule established that individuals have the right to receive an electronic copy of their PHI when it is maintained in an electronic health record.

Question 2

Under the Omnibus Rule, for how long does a covered entity retain authority over the PHI of a deceased individual?

Accepted Answer

50 years after death

Answer

The Omnibus Rule established that HIPAA protections for PHI of deceased individuals expire 50 years after the person's death.

Question 3

Under the Omnibus Rule, when is a Notice of Privacy Practices (NPP) update required to be distributed to existing patients?

Accepted Answer

Only when the change involves new uses or disclosures of PHI not previously described

Answer

Under the Omnibus Rule, covered entities must redistribute the NPP to existing patients only when material changes involve new uses or disclosures not previously described.

Question 4

The Omnibus Rule clarified rules around fundraising activities. Which of the following is accurate regarding fundraising under the revised rule?

Accepted Answer

Individuals must be given the opportunity to opt out of receiving fundraising communications

Answer

The Omnibus Rule requires covered entities to include an opt-out mechanism in all fundraising communications and to honor opt-out requests.

Question 5

Which of the following scenarios would be considered a 'sale of PHI' requiring individual authorization under the Omnibus Rule?

Accepted Answer

Transferring PHI during a covered entity merger where remuneration is paid

Answer

A transfer of PHI during a merger or acquisition where remuneration is paid constitutes a sale of PHI requiring authorization unless an exception applies.

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HIPAA The Omnibus Rule 4