HSP Regulatory Compliance & Standards 2

Question 1

Under HIPAA's minimum necessary standard, a health service psychologist sharing records with a consulting colleague should disclose:

Accepted Answer

Only the information reasonably needed for the consultation purpose

Answer

HIPAA's minimum necessary standard requires limiting disclosures to only the PHI reasonably needed for the specific purpose of the disclosure.

Question 2

A psychologist licensed in California wishes to provide telepsychology services to a client who has relocated to Texas. Which regulatory requirement is most critical?

Accepted Answer

The psychologist must comply with Texas licensure laws and likely obtain Texas licensure

Answer

Telehealth practice is generally governed by the laws of the state where the client is located, requiring licensure in that jurisdiction.

Question 3

Which federal law specifically prohibits discriminating against individuals with mental health conditions in employer-sponsored health insurance coverage?

Accepted Answer

Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act (MHPAEA)

Answer

The MHPAEA requires that mental health and substance use disorder benefits be no more restrictive than medical/surgical benefits in employer health plans.

Question 4

A psychologist employed at a federally funded community mental health center is subject to which additional privacy regulations beyond HIPAA?

Accepted Answer

42 CFR Part 2 if treating substance use disorders

Answer

42 CFR Part 2 imposes stricter confidentiality requirements on substance use disorder treatment records at federally assisted programs, beyond standard HIPAA protections.

Question 5

When a psychologist suspects a colleague is impaired by substance use that affects patient care, the APA Ethics Code requires the psychologist to:

Accepted Answer

Attempt to address the concern informally if feasible before escalating

Answer

APA Ethics Code 1.04 directs psychologists to attempt informal resolution with colleagues when feasible before pursuing formal complaint channels.

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HSP Regulatory Compliance & Standards 2