1. Please rewrite the following statement without using any acronyms. Then explain the policy...

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1. Please rewrite the following statement without using any acronyms. Then explain the policy rationale behind the statement and provide specific examples of what might be “TPO”: “Under HIPAA, a CE may use and disclose PHI for, among other purposes, TPO and to a BA if pursuant to an appropriate BAA.” (2 points)

1. 2)If a surgeon performs an elective surgery on Joseph with unwashed, ungloved hands (a clear violation of the standard of care), is there anything else that Joseph needs to prove to make a prima facie case of medical negligence (malpractice)? Please explain your answer. (1 point)

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Please rewrite the following statement without using any acronyms. Then explain the policy rationale behind the statement and provide specific examples of what might be “TPO”: 
“Under HIPAA, a CE may use and disclose PHI for, among other purposes, TPO and to a BA if pursuant to an appropriate BAA.” (2 points)
 
“Under Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996, a Covered Entity may use and disclose Protected Health Information for, among other purposes, Treatment Payment and healthcare Operation and to a Business Associate if pursuant to an appropriate Business Associate Agreement”.
Health Insurance Portability and Accountability  Act allows the use and disclosure of health information that can be classed as protected for various reasons that are included in an umbrella acronym called TPO that stands for treatment, payment and health care operation. Treatment may include provision of treatment, taking medical opinion from other doctors, patient referrals etc. Payment refers to health plans and activities that allow obtaining financial benefits for treatment. Like insurance, plan benefits,

1. Please rewrite the following statement without using any acronyms. Then explain the policy rationale behind the statement and provide specific examples of what might be “TPO”: “Under HIPAA, a CE...

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