HIPAA Fundamentals
Program Description
This Seminar provides an orientation to the basic requirements of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). HIPAA gives patients many rights with respect to their Protected Health Information (PHI). This program provides details on the HIPAA Privacy, Security, and Breach Notification Rules, including but not limited to:
- What types of information does HIPAA Protect?
- Who must comply with HIPAA?
- How can patient information be used and disclosed under the HIPAA Privacy Rule?
Objectives
After completing this activity, learners will be able to:
- Recognize the purpose of the HIPAA regulations
- Identify patient rights under the HIPAA Privacy laws
- Define commonly used HIPAA terms and acronyms
- Explain the consequences of a breach
- Develop steps to take that help maintain privacy and security and avoid a breach
Disclosure
No individual in a position to control or influence the content of this activity has reported relevant financial relationships with commercial interests.
Faculty
Mariel S. Kagan, RN, MSN, JD, CPHRM, CHC, CPHC, CCEP, Patient Safety Risk Manager, SE Region, Department of Patient Safety and Risk Management, The Doctors Company
Continuing Education Credit
The Doctors Company is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical educational activities for physicians.
The Doctors Company designates this activity for a maximum of one (1) AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only those credit(s) commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
| Course ID#: | TDS17056_0 |
| Issue Date for This Activity: | 5/17/2017 |
| Expiration Date for This Activity: | 11/17/2017 |
Disclaimer
The information and guidelines contained in this activity are generalized and may not apply to all practice situations. The faculty recommends that legal advice be obtained from a qualified attorney for specific application to your practice. The information is intended for educational purposes and should be used as a reference guide only.
Complies with State Requirements
State of Florida
Contact Us
If you have questions, contact educationsupport@thedoctors.com or call (800) 421-2368, extension 1243.