Defining TPO The HIPAA Privacy Rule generally prohibits providers from using or disclosing Protected Health Information (PHI) unless authorized by the patient. This general rule has some exceptions that allow providers to function without having to report every disclosure or obtain authorization from the patient. The HIPAA Privacy Rule was not established to keep providers…
HIPAA Training for Workforce Members
This tutorial will provide your staff an overview of the HIPAA Privacy and Security Rule along with practical application of certain aspects of HIPAA. It is not intended to make HIPAA experts out of your staff. The focus is on identifying protected health information and acknowledging patient rights listed in the Notice of Privacy Practices….
Treatment, Payment, and Healthcare Operations (TPO)
Defining TPO The HIPAA Privacy Rule generally prohibits providers from using or disclosing Protected Health Information (PHI) unless authorized by the patient. This general rule has some exceptions that allow providers to function without having to report every disclosure or obtain authorization from the patient. The HIPAA Privacy Rule was not established to keep providers…