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AssignmentMultiple Choice

Technical Skills

Question 15 • Introduction to Health Science - EL3601 B

What is the main function of HIPAA?

Answer
A
to prevent patient information from being released in any case
B
to maintain the safe and private transfer of patient information
C
to maintain confidentiality of doctors’ private information
D
to allow blood samples to be drawn in doctors’ offices

Explanation

HIPAA sets rules to protect the privacy and security of patients’ health information, including when it is shared or transferred. It does not prevent information from being released in every case; certain disclosures are permitted or required by law. Therefore, the best answer is “to maintain the safe and private transfer of patient information.”

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