A patient newly diagnosed with bipolar disorder is concerned about his privacy. Which piece of legislation protects the privacy of all patients, including those diagnosed with psychiatric disorders?
a. Patient Self-Determination Act (P S D A)
b. The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act
c. Protection and Advocacy for Mentally Individuals Act
d. Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (H I P A A)
d. Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (H I P A A)
H I P A A is a federal law explicitly addressing patient privacy. P S D A requires providers to give patients written notice of their right to direct and participate in their treatment, including the right to refuse treatment. The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act does not specifically address mental health. Protection and Advocacy for Mentally Individuals Act augments state funds with federal funds if states appoint a specific agency with broad authority to advocate on behalf of and investigate suspected or reported abuse and neglect of individuals with mental illness.
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