9.9 Opt-Out Option
Definition: Introduction to patients’ right to decline participation in marketing communications. 9.9 Opt-Out Option The Opt-Out Option refers to patients’ right to decline participation in…
Topic Category: Lesson 9: HIPAA
9.10 HIPAA Officer
Definition: Explanation of an individual responsible for overseeing HIPAA compliance within an organization. A HIPAA Officer is an individual responsible for overseeing HIPAA compliance within…
9.6 Electronic Health Records (EHR)
Definition: Introduction to digital versions of patients’ paper charts containing information about their medical history. 9.6 Electronic Health Records (EHR) Electronic Health Records (EHRs) are…
9.7 Breach
Definition: Explanation of an impermissible use or disclosure of PHI that compromises its security. 9.7 Breach A breach in the context of HIPAA refers to…
9.8 Phishing
Definition: Overview of a cyber-attack where individuals are tricked into revealing sensitive information. 9.8 Phishing Phishing is a cyber-attack where individuals are tricked into revealing…
9.1 Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)
Definition: Explanation of the federal legislation that protects the privacy and security of individuals’ health information. 9.1 Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) HIPAA…
9.2 Protected Health Information (PHI)
Definition: Exploration of any information related to an individual’s health condition, treatment, or payment for healthcare. 9.2 Protected Health Information (PHI) PHI encompasses any information…
9.3 Notice of Privacy Practices (NPP)
Definition: Introduction to the document that informs patients about how their health information will be used and disclosed.
9.4 Business Associates Agreement (BAA)
Definition: Explanation of the contract outlining the responsibilities of third-party entities in maintaining HIPAA compliance.
9.5 Minimum Necessary Standard
Definition: Overview of the principle that only the minimum information necessary should be accessed or disclosed for a specific purpose.
