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HIPAA Alert: Rules of Engagement
Published: July 13, 2016![Image for post: HIPAA Alert: Rules of Engagement](/sites/staff/files/styles/featured_image_staff/public/employee_connections/featured_image/HIPAA-Alert-Graphic2015.jpg?itok=VyeUIjQe)
Remember to follow these rules every day:
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Healthcare information in the medical record belongs to the patient.
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TPO Exception: Authorization should be sought in writing to release or PHI. Exceptions apply for Treatment, Payment and Healthcare Operation.
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Minimum Necessary Rule: PHI that is shared should contain the minimum amount of information needed for the purpose.
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Need to Know Rule: Only share information with those who have work-related reasons to know.
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Explain privacy policies in language that is simple and understandable.
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Patients have the right to view and amend their medical records.
Questions?
Contact Zorana Vojnovic, Privacy Officer, at (402) 354-6863 or @email.