A medical assistant who is recording data in a patient's medical record maintains confidentiality at all times. Which of the following describes this practice?
A. Not allowing the patient to see the medical record.
B. Not releasing patient information to unauthorized individuals.
C. Releasing information to the insurance company.
D. Releasing patient information to unauthorized individuals.
E. Not conferring with other health care professionals about the patient.
Answer: B
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