NBCMI Legislation and Regulations (HIPAA) 2

Question 1

Under HIPAA, what constitutes Protected Health Information (PHI)?

Accepted Answer

Any individually identifiable health information including name, address, dates, and treatment information

Answer

PHI includes any individually identifiable health information in any form -- oral, written, or electronic.

Question 2

What is the 'minimum necessary' standard under HIPAA?

Accepted Answer

Only the minimum PHI necessary for the intended purpose should be used or disclosed

Answer

The minimum necessary standard limits PHI access to what is needed for the specific purpose.

Question 3

What are potential consequences for HIPAA violations by interpreters?

Accepted Answer

Civil penalties up to $50,000 per violation, criminal penalties including fines and imprisonment

Answer

HIPAA violations can result in significant civil and criminal penalties for individuals and organizations.

Question 4

How does Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 relate to medical interpreting?

Accepted Answer

Prohibits discrimination based on national origin, requiring federally funded healthcare facilities to provide language access

Answer

Title VI requires organizations receiving federal funding to provide meaningful access to services for LEP individuals.

Question 5

What is a Business Associate Agreement (BAA)?

Accepted Answer

HIPAA-required agreement extending privacy obligations to third parties handling PHI

Answer

A BAA extends HIPAA's privacy and security obligations to business associates like interpreting services.

NBCMI - National Board of Certification for Medical Interpreters Practice Test