Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) Flashcards: Hipaa Communication

Study Hipaa Communication in Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) with focused flashcards that help you recognize the idea, recall the key rule, and apply it in practice-style prompts.

QUESTION

What is a "business associate" under HIPAA?

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ANSWER

A vendor handling PHI for a covered entity to perform services. Business associates are external parties that perform functions involving PHI on behalf of covered entities, requiring them to comply with HIPAA.

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