A patient requests to see his health care record. Which is the best answer as to the rights of the patient?

A. The patient's health care information falls within the sole province of the health care provider.
B. The patient must contact the DHHS to access this information.
C. The patient possesses the right of access to his own information.
D. The patient has limited rights to access his information as protected by the HIPAA Privacy Rule.


Answer: C

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