The location of the fax machine is critical so that any PHI that is copied or faxed may not be viewed by any individuals who pass by the machine
a. True
b. False
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
True
RATIONALE: The fax machine and copy machine must be in a location that cannot be accessed by the general public to maintain privacy of patient information being transmitted or copied in these manners.
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Which medical practice model is referred to as a "solo practice"?
A. Partnership B. Group practice C. Professional corporation D. Sole proprietorship E. Clinic
One of Stan's duties is to check the laboratory equipment and machines each morning when he arrives at the office. This morning, when he checked the temperature in the laboratory refrigerator, he discovered that the temperature was 62°F. What should Stan do?
A. Call the repair company to fix the refrigerator B. Turn down the setting so the refrigerator will get colder C. Notify all lab personnel that specimens in the refrigerator may be compromised D. Record the current temperature and continue with his morning duties E. Move the specimens to the food refrigerator so they won't be affected
Digital imaging in the context of maintaining PHI refers to _____
A) Electronic indexing of patient records and other documents B) Photographs taken of patients before and after surgery C) Scanning a paper document, to be viewed over a server D) Using fiberoptics in minimally invasive procedures
Bilateral subperiosteal abscess of mastoid is reported with code _____.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).