Covered Entities Are Required to Use Mandated National Standards When

question 60

Multiple Choice

Covered entities are required to use mandated national standards when conducting any of the defined transactions covered under HIPAA. Which is an example of a covered entity?

• A) banks that handle medical office payroll
• B) companies that performs human resources
• C) ERISA-covered health benefit plans
• D) outsourced physical plant management

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