You have been working as a receptionist in the front office of a busy cardiology practice for over a year now and have been offered a promotion. Before you begin your new job, your boss has asked you to train the new receptionist and discuss with her the most important policies and laws that can affect how she does her job.
The most important issue your boss has asked you to cover is the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).
What would you tell the new receptionist about the purpose of HIPAA and the 3 main parts of HIPAA?
What are some things you could share with her about upholding the rules of HIPAA?
How would you explain to her why following the rules of HIPAA is so important, and why?