Which Situation Would Require a Written Authorization from a Patient

question 29

Multiple Choice

Which situation would require a written authorization from a patient to disclose the PHI?

• A) Tammy wants to get a copy of her own records.
• B) Tom didn't pay his bill and the healthcare facility wants to turn his bill over to a collection agency.
• C) Beth's employer requires a copy of the pre-employment health physical.
• D) Susan has a sexually transmitted infection and her information must be reported to the local health department.
• E) All of the above require written authorization before releasing the PHI.

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