1.
HIPAA is the acronym for Health Insurance;____________ and Accountability Act
Explanation
HIPAA is the acronym for Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act. This act was enacted in order to protect the privacy and security of individuals' health information. It also provides guidelines for the electronic exchange of health information and sets standards for the handling and storage of such information. The act ensures that individuals have control over their health information and have the right to access and amend it. Additionally, it establishes penalties for non-compliance and violations of the act.
2.
If a debtor requests Verification of Debt and Amy sends him a document disclosing his diagnosis, she has breached the HIPAA Rule?
Correct Answer
B.
False
Explanation
If a debtor requests Verification of Debt and Amy sends him a document disclosing his diagnosis, she has not breached the HIPAA Rule. The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) protects the privacy and security of individuals' health information. However, in this scenario, the debtor requested Verification of Debt, which does not require the disclosure of a diagnosis. Therefore, Amy has not breached the HIPAA Rule by sending the document.
3.
How many PHI verifiers must a CW Client Recovery Specialist request before disclosing the nature of their call?
Correct Answer
C.
2
Explanation
A CW Client Recovery Specialist must request 2 PHI verifiers before disclosing the nature of their call. This is to ensure the protection of sensitive information and verify the identity of the person they are speaking with. By requesting two verifiers, it adds an extra layer of security and reduces the risk of unauthorized access to personal health information.
4.
When speaking to the Debtor and they wish for a 3rd party to speak on their behalf, what must the CW Client Recovery Specialist request from the Debtor?
Correct Answer
D.
All of the above
Explanation
The CW Client Recovery Specialist must request all of the above from the Debtor when they wish for a 3rd party to speak on their behalf. This includes verbal permission from the Debtor, the Power of Attorney (POA) and their information, as well as the first and last name of the 3rd party.
5.
Which of the below are PHI verifiers?
Correct Answer(s)
A.
Client or CW Account Number
B.
Address
D.
Social Security Number
Explanation
The given answer includes three options: Client or CW Account Number, Address, and Social Security Number. These three options are considered PHI verifiers because they are personally identifiable information that can be used to verify the identity of an individual. The Client or CW Account Number is a unique identifier for a client or CW account, the Address is a physical location associated with the individual, and the Social Security Number is a unique identification number issued by the government. These verifiers can be used to confirm the identity of an individual when accessing or sharing sensitive information.
6.
Crestwood Management, LLC is a _________________ of Parma Local Hospital?
Correct Answer(s)
Business Associate
Explanation
Crestwood Management, LLC is identified as a Business Associate of Parma Local Hospital. This suggests that Crestwood Management, LLC has entered into a business arrangement or agreement with Parma Local Hospital, where they provide certain services or support to the hospital. As a Business Associate, Crestwood Management, LLC may have access to patient information or other sensitive data, and they are required to comply with HIPAA regulations to ensure the protection of this information.
7.
With whom may you share PHI?
Correct Answer
B.
Parent of a Minor
Explanation
You may share PHI with the parent of a minor because they have legal authority to make decisions on behalf of their child.
8.
PHI can be disposed of in any trash bin as long as the doors are locked
Correct Answer
B.
False
Explanation
The statement is false because PHI (Protected Health Information) cannot be disposed of in any trash bin, even if the doors are locked. PHI must be disposed of in a secure manner to ensure the privacy and confidentiality of individuals' health information. This typically involves using designated PHI disposal containers or shredding documents containing PHI. Simply locking the doors of a trash bin does not provide adequate security for PHI disposal.
9.
Which of the following is NOT an example of HIPAA guidelines to follow in the office?
Correct Answer
C.
Lock PC's at the end of every call?
Explanation
Locking PCs at the end of every call is not an example of a HIPAA guideline to follow in the office. The other options mentioned, such as not divulging passwords, logging out of computers at the end of a shift, and reporting HIPAA violations, are all examples of guidelines that are in line with HIPAA regulations. However, locking PCs at the end of every call is not specifically mentioned in the HIPAA guidelines.
10.
PHI is the acronym for ?
Correct Answer
B.
Protected Health Information
11.
Mary Lou has a right to know how CW intends to keep her records private and confidential?
Correct Answer
A.
True
Explanation
Mary Lou has a right to know how CW intends to keep her records private and confidential. This means that CW is obligated to provide information about their privacy and confidentiality measures to Mary Lou.
12.
Our clients are permitted to disclose PHI to us for the following situations: Treatment ___________, and Operations
Correct Answer
Payments
Explanation
Paments specifically to collections
13.
Mr Hanna Montana has a right to prevent his spouse from knowing he about his account?
Correct Answer
A.
True
Explanation
The statement suggests that Mr. Hanna Montana has the right to prevent his spouse from knowing about his account. This implies that individuals have the right to keep their financial information private from their spouses if they choose to do so.
14.
Mrs Edward Scissorhands requested written communication be sent to an alternate address,because she does not want her husband have acces to her medical debt, which privacy rules does this scenario fall under?
Correct Answer(s)
C.
Right to request restrictions
D.
Right to request confidential communications
Explanation
This scenario falls under the right to request restrictions and the right to request confidential communications. Mrs. Edward Scissorhands is requesting that her medical debt information be kept private from her husband, which falls under the right to request restrictions. Additionally, she is requesting that any written communication be sent to an alternate address, indicating a desire for confidential communications.
15.
Using the above scenario, Mrs. Scissorhand could call in and make payment on this account
Correct Answer
A.
True
Explanation
Yes, as long as the nature of the account is not disclosed and Mrs. Scissorhand has the exact balance; she is all may to pay on the account. This is the importance of noting your account throughly. If it is not noted it did not happen.