According to HIPAA, if Dr. Rappier diagnoses Charlene with a contagious disease, he must notify the Department of Health. What circumstance does this fall under?

A. Incidental use and disclosure
B. Treatment, payment, and/or operations
C. Public interest
D. Opportunity to agree or object


Answer: C

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