Covered entities could use & disclose protected health information without
individual authorization for::
Oversight of the health care system, including QA;
Public health, and in emergencies;
Treatment, payment or operations;
Judicial and administrative proceedings;
RLaw enforcement
To provide information to next-of-kin;
To provide information to next-of-kin;
For identification of the body of a deceased person;
For facilities’ (hospitals, etc.) directories;
To financial institutions, for processing payments for health care; and
In other situations where use or disclosure is mandated by other law,
consistent with the requirements of the other law.
Helpful HIPAA Hints - Security?
Security & Electronic Signatures Mandates requirements in five broad
areas:).
Administrative Requirements:
Make sure you are following your organization’s procedural policies for the
monitoring and administering of access to health information. Physical Security
Requirements:
Make sure that you help to maintain the security within restricted access areas
of your organization by reporting any unauthorized access or suspicious
activity. Technical Security Services:
Keep your username and password confidential and make sure that you do not
leave a computer terminal unattended. Technical Security Mechanisms:
These mechanisms include the use of antivirus software and encryption of health
information. To find out what mechanisms are employed by your organization sees
your system administrator or review your organizations security policies.
