| Subject: | A Review of HIPAA Privacy and Disclosures Rules in Emergency Situations |
| Category: | Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS)
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| Published: | Wed, 3 Sep 2008 - 11:00 am |
| Notice: A Review of HIPAA Privacy and Disclosures Rules in Emergency Situations In the wake of Hurricane Gustov, The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is reminding health care providers of HIPAA Privacy and Disclosure rules that are applicable to an emergency situation such as a natural disaster. To assist in disaster relief efforts, and to assist patients in receiving the care they need, providers and health plans covered by the HIPAA Privacy Rule can share... The full article is available to StayAlert subscribers. Click here for a free trial subscription. |
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