A male AEMT was discussing a patient's medical condition with a female EMT who works for another service. She then repeated this information to others, and it got back to the patient. Regarding confidentiality, which of the following is TRUE?
A) The male AEMT could be charged with slander.
B) The female EMT committed an EMTALA violation.
C) Both providers violated EMTALA regulations.
D) The male AEMT violated the HIPAA law.
Answer: D
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