HIPAA Quiz

What does HIPAA stand for?

• Health Information Privacy and Accountability Act

• Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act

• Health Information Protection and Accessibility Act

• Health Insurance Privacy and Accessibility Act

What type of information is considered PHI under HIPAA?

• Financial information

• DOB

• Name

• Educational records

Which of the following is NOT considered PHI?

• Social Security number

• Phone number

• Test results

• Favorite color

Who is allowed to review patient medical records according to HIPAA?

• Any hospital staff member

• Only staff members directly involved in patient care

• Family members of the patient

• Friends of the patient

What must patients do to have errors in their medical records corrected?

• Call the hospital

• Submit a request in writing

• Email their doctor

• Visit the hospital in person

How long does a provider have to respond to a patient's request to see their medical records?

• 10 days

• 15 days

• 30 days

• 45 days

What is the purpose of limiting the discussion of PHI among providers?

• To reduce paperwork

• To minimize the amount of information necessary

• To save time

• To avoid confusion

What is required for PHI to be used for educational purposes?

• Patient consent

• Redaction of patient information

• Approval from a doctor

• A signed waiver

What is NOT allowed regarding PHI in public areas?

• Open discussion

• Private discussion

• Written notes

What right do patients have concerning their medical records?

• To delete them

• To have accurate records

• To sell them