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Privacy of Health Information/HIPAA
Authorizations
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| 09/24/2003 04:19 PM |
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Is a copy, fax, or electronically transmitted version of a signed Authorization valid under the Privacy Rule? |
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Is a copy, facsimile, or electronically transmitted version of a signed Authorization valid under the Privacy Rule? |
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Yes. Under the Privacy Rule, a covered entity may use or disclose protected health information pursuant to a copy of a valid and signed Authorization, including a copy that is received by facsimile or electronically transmitted.
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