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HIPAA Privacy and Security for M1 Students 2025

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The document is a comprehensive orientation guide on HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) for medical students at UAMS, presented by the UAMS HIPAA Office. It outlines the Privacy and Security Rules that protect patient health information (PHI), detailing the rights of patients regarding their PHI, policies for accessing and disclosing PHI, and the responsibilities of UAMS employees in safeguarding this information. The guide emphasizes the importance of confidentiality, proper handling of electronic and physical records, and compliance with HIPAA regulations to ensure patient privacy.

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Does HIPAA apply to students?

Generally, HIPAA compliance does not apply to schools because they are not HIPAA covered entities, but in some situations a school can be a covered entity if healthcare services are provided to students.

Is FERPA the same as HIPAA in schools?

Both HIPAA and FERPA are nationally mandated laws that protect information. HIPAA keeps medical records secure while FERPA keeps education records private. Failure to comply with either results in fines, penalties, or revocation of funding.

What happens if a student violates HIPAA?

Failure to comply with HIPAA can also result in civil and criminal penalties. If a complaint describes an action that could be a violation of the criminal provision of HIPAA, OCR may refer the complaint to the Department of Justice (DOJ) for investigation.

Which of the following is most likely a HIPAA violation?

The number one most common HIPAA violation is mishandling patient records. Covered entities are any healthcare providers, health plans, or healthcare clearinghouses. There are many ways to prevent or avoid a HIPAA violation.

How does the HIPAA privacy rule apply to minors?

The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act Privacy Final Rule protects minors privacy concerning their health care choices and treatment. If youre the parent or legal sponsor of a minor child, this rule limits your access to your childs protected health information.

Which is the most common HIPAA violation?

Failing to perform regular risk assessments throughout the organization is one of the most common HIPAA violations that result in monetary fines. The purpose of these focused risk assessments is to identify any vulnerabilities that may impact the security, confidentiality, and availability of ePHI.

Does HIPAA apply to medical students?

Yes, HIPAA allows medical trainees, including medical students, nursing students, and other healthcare-related students, to access PHI under certain conditions. The HIPAA Privacy Rule recognizes these trainees as part of a covered entitys workforce and are subject to the same training requirements as new employees.

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