The nurse discussing the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) says, "I am aware that this act changed the way we handle confidential information." What other provisions of this act should the nurse consider?

Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected.
Select all that apply.
1. An anti-fraud and anti-abuse program
2. Establishment of state governments as health care regulators
3. A law preventing portability of health care coverage
4. Tax incentives for preventive care
5. Streamlining of transfer of patient information between insurers and providers


1,5
Rationale: An anti-fraud and anti-abuse program is part of HIPAA.

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