Relias Compliance and Regulatory Training 2

Question 1

Under HIPAA's Minimum Necessary Standard, when sharing PHI, covered entities must:

Accepted Answer

Limit disclosures to the least amount of information needed for the purpose

Answer

The Minimum Necessary Standard requires limiting PHI disclosures to only what is needed to accomplish the intended purpose.

Question 2

Which federal law requires healthcare organizations to report certain adverse events to the government?

Accepted Answer

Patient Safety and Quality Improvement Act (PSQIA)

Answer

PSQIA created a voluntary reporting system for patient safety events with legal protections to encourage disclosure.

Question 3

In a healthcare setting, what does 'chain of custody' primarily refer to in compliance?

Accepted Answer

Documentation tracking the handling of controlled substances or specimens

Answer

Chain of custody documents the chronological handling, transfer, and disposition of items like controlled substances or lab specimens.

Question 4

Which of the following best describes a 'covered entity' under HIPAA?

Accepted Answer

Health plans, healthcare clearinghouses, and most healthcare providers

Answer

HIPAA defines covered entities as health plans, healthcare clearinghouses, and healthcare providers that transmit health information electronically.

Question 5

When must a healthcare organization provide a Notice of Privacy Practices (NPP) to a patient?

Accepted Answer

At first service delivery and upon request thereafter

Answer

Covered entities must provide the NPP no later than the first date of service and must make it available upon request.

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