Reference no: EM133892891
Question
Summarize the proposed modifications to the HIPAA Privacy Rule and be prepared to discuss the following:
1. What is HIPAA?
2. Summarize the proposed modification to the Privacy Rule.
3. Compare the original HIPAA Privacy rule with the proposed modifications.
- New Definitions
- Shorter Response Times for access requests
- Transmission of PHI to a personal health application
- Prevention of unreasonable measures for access and identity
- Viewing and Capturing of PHI images
- Directing copies to 3rd Parties
- Individual-directed info sharing among covered providers and plans
- Fee Limitations
- Posting Fee Schedules
4. What are the regulations expected to be published in 2023 and what are some of the compliance challenges?
5. How does the HIPAA regulations differ from NY State regulations concerning privacy and confidentiality/release of information?
6. What are the penalties for non-compliance to the HIPAA regulations?