Mr. Sore is scheduled for an open sided MRI this afternoon. The MRI was ordered by the neurologist. About an hour after the exam, Mr. Sore's chiropractor's office is calling asking for the report. The best response to the chiropractic office is:
A) "One moment please, I will see if it is ready yet."
B) "I'm sorry. You will have to ask the neurologist for the report."
C) "Certainly, Dr. Mr. Sore's MRI is negative for cervical fracture or impingement."
D) "I'm sorry, privacy and confidentiality under HIPAA will not permit me to give you that information."
D
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