http://www.medcomrn.com - The goal of this program is to define HIPAA and provide a detailed overview of the Privacy Rule ( http://www.medcomrn.com/index.php?a=product/preview/launch&sku=MA100B-DVD&visitorid=14bcedb006e25b3bbebfc1bf91eebbbc&basecode=MA100B )and its implications for healthcare workers.

Objectives:

After completing this course, the learner should be able to:

• Describe the Privacy Rule that exists within the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act ( http://www.medcomrn.com/emailpromo/?type=SR&id=14bcedb006e25b3bbebfc1bf91eebbbc&course=MA100B&title=HIPAA%20for%20Medical%20Assistants:%20The%20Privacy%20Rule )
• Describe the rule that requires that patients be give written notice of an institution’s privacy rules and practices
• Explain patient’s rights regarding the privacy of their medical and personal information
• Describe of key exceptions to the Privacy Rule
• Describe the most common violations of the Privacy Rule and the consequences for healthcare workers.