How will employees in the medical office have to be trained regarding privacy (who is responsible for training and record keeping)? What is required if an employee doesn't follow the privacy policy? When must employees be trained and in what manner?

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How will employees in the medical office have to be trained regarding privacy (who is responsible for training and record keeping)?  What is required if an employee doesn't follow the privacy policy?  When must employees be trained and in what manner?

Ms. Sue · Answer

What kind of medical office? Small one-physician practice? Medium-sized clinic? Large urban hospital? Please clarify and we'll be glad to help you.

SraJMcGin · Answer

In any event, there must be training in HIPAA, no matter what kind of medical office it is. Sra