Title: Explain the importance of Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA).
Course: Radiologic Technology I (14105-I) > Section: Applying Legal, Ethical, and Professional Responsibilities to Clinical Practice

Explanation should include that HIPAA

- refers to the federal privacy standards to protect patients’ medical records and other health information provided to health plans, doctors, hospitals, and other healthcare providers
- includes standards developed by the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and may be accessed through their website.

Process/Skill Questions:

- Why is it important to maintain patient confidentiality?
- What are the risks to patient confidentiality?
- How are medical records protected?