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Which entity within the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is the primary enforcer of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) ''Privacy Rule''?

A.

Office for Civil Rights.

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A.

Office for Civil Rights.

B.

Office of Social Services.

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B.

Office of Social Services.

C.

Office of Inspector General.

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C.

Office of Inspector General.

D.

Office of Public Health and Safety.

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D.

Office of Public Health and Safety.

Suggested answer: A

Explanation:

The Office for Civil Rights (OCR) within the HHS is the primary enforcer of the HIPAA Privacy Rule, which establishes national standards for the protection of individually identifiable health information by covered entities and business associates. The OCR investigates complaints, conducts compliance reviews, and provides technical assistance and guidance to ensure compliance with the Privacy Rule. The OCR can also impose civil monetary penalties for violations of the Privacy Rule, ranging from $100 to $50,000 per violation, up to a maximum of $1.5 million per year for the same violation.Reference:HIPAA Enforcement,IAPP CIPP/US Study Guide, Chapter 3, Section 3.1.1

asked 22/11/2024
Raymond LaFrance
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