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Confidentiality and HIPAA

Which information is considered PHI when linked to an identifiable resident?

  • A.A general article about diabetes with no resident details
  • B.A resident's name together with her diagnosis and treatment
  • C.The facility's lunch menu
  • D.The weather on the day of admission
Correct answer

B. A resident's name together with her diagnosis and treatment

Why

PHI is health information tied to an identifiable individual, such as name plus diagnosis or treatment. General health education without identifiers is not PHI.

Content outline: Role of the Nurse Aide - Confidentiality and HIPAA: Identifying PHI · From the Role of the Nurse Aide practice bank (RA-073).

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