The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), created by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), outlines federal standards for the protection of _______________
A. criminal actions C. operating room personnel
B. licensed personnel D. a patient's privacy
ANS: D
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Who is credited with the first vaccine to protect against smallpox?
a. Jenner b. Pasteur c. Koch d. Curie
A medical practice finds that during busy periods it cannot keep up with checking-in patients. Which of the following is the most cost-effective option?
A. Hire a part-time worker to help with check-ins. B. Decrease the number of patient appointments per day. C. Crosstrain other workers on check-in procedures D. During busy periods, ask if any patients are willing to reschedule.
Let the master answer refers to
A) the physician who assists in an emergency situation outside the workplace. B) the employer who assumes responsibility for the actions of employees. C) the medical assistant who unsuccessfully performs CPR. D) scope of practice.