What legislation protects the confidentiality of patient information that is stored or transmitted electronically?

HCFA
CMS
HIPAA
OSHA

HIPAA

Rationale: The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) protects the confidentiality of patient information that is stored or transmitted electronically.

Health Professions

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Health Professions

All of the following are Schedule I drugs EXCEPT:

A) LSD B) Opium C) Heroin D) Mescaline

Health Professions