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1 What is the difference between “consent” and “authorization” under the HIPAA Privacy Rule?
2 Is an authorization needed to send a medical record to another provider who is treating the patient?
3 Must I communicate only with the patient regarding payment of the patient’s medical bill?
4 Can a patient have a friend or family member pick up a prescription for her?
5 Does the HIPAA Privacy Rule override State laws that require consent to use or disclose health information?
6 Is an authorization or business associate agreement needed to share information with a medical device company?
7 May doctors and other providers share patient health information for treatment without patient authorization?
8 Can health care providers consult one another about a person's treatment without an authorization?
9 May a doctor fax, e-mail, or discuss over the phone patient health information for treatment purposes?
10 How does the HIPAA Privacy Rule change the laws concerning consent for treatment?
11 How do I distinguish treatment and health care operations from marketing?
12 Can I schedule appointments or procedures over the telephone without first giving written consent?
13 May health care providers conduct group therapy sessions without obtaining authorizations?
14 May health care providers provide information requested by a health plan for HEDIS purposes?
15 Does the Privacy Rule conflict with FDCPA? May I use collection agencies?
16 Does a hospital need an authorization to disclose information for discharge placement activities?
17 May an ambulance crew report to the hospital the patient’s condition and the treatment provided?
18 Does the Privacy Rule affect how an insurance company can provide medical liability coverage?
19 Do I have go to the pharmacy to give consent before a pharmacist can fill or refill my prescription?
20 Does the Privacy Rule prevent reporting to consumer credit reporting agencies or conflict with FCRA?

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