A Covered Entity That Fails to Implement the HIPAA Privacy

question 88

Multiple Choice

A covered entity that fails to implement the HIPAA Privacy Rule would risk:

• A) $5 .000 in fines.
• B) $5000 in fines and six months in prison.
• C) An annual cap of $50000 in fines.
• D) A fine of up to $50000 if they wrongfully disclose PHI.
• E) Six months in prison.

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Definitions:

Indorsement

The act of signing one's name on the back of a cheque or other negotiable instrument to make it payable to someone else.

Without Recourse

A term indicating that the holder of a financial instrument, such as a note or bill, cannot demand payment from the original issuer in case of default by the borrower.

Indorsement

The act of signing one's name on the back of a check or other negotiable instrument, legally transferring ownership or authorizing a transaction.

Liability

The legal responsibility or obligation to compensate someone else for harm or damage caused by one's actions or failure to act.