Which of the following is not a benefit of having a fax machine in the medical office? 

A. It can be sent and received within minutes.
B. It can be used as an extra telephone.
C. It helps protect a patient's protected health information.
D. It can be used as an extra copier.
E. It is usually less expensive than overnight mail service.


C. It helps protect a patient's protected health information.
Fax machines are potential risks to a patient's protected health information. Be sure to use a cover sheet with a confidentiality disclaimer for all medical faxes you send.

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