HIPAA Defines a Patient's Name, Social Security Number, Employer, or Medical

question 48

Multiple Choice

HIPAA defines a patient's name, social security number, employer, or medical record/account numbers that tie information to a particular person as

• A) protected health information.
• B) privileged health information.
• C) private health information.
• D) confidential health information.

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Definitions:

Police Services

Essential public services provided by the police, focused on maintaining public order, enforcing the law, and protecting citizens and their property.

Trash Removal

The collection, transport, processing, and disposal or recycling of waste materials from homes, businesses, and other sources.

Elected Officials

Individuals chosen by voters to hold public office and make legislative or executive decisions.

Government Salaries

Payments made to employees of the government, influencing public sector spending and economic activity.