Confidential information that has been told to a physician by the patient is called
A) advance directives.
B) informed consent.
C) privileged communication.
D) self-determination.
Answer: C
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A. the definition of stat critical results and tests B. the person who must report the critical results of the test C. the acceptable length of time between the order of the test and reporting of critical results of tests and diagnostic procedures
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a. ACA b. HIPAA c. MMA d. TEFRA
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