Question

The HITECH Act strengthens HIPAA by having __________ in privacy and security laws to assure compliance in keeping client's PHI safe and secure.
A) Fewer rules & lighter penalties
B) More rules & stricter penalties

Answer 1

Answer:

B

Explanation:

HITECH brought following changes to HIPAA

a) Business Associates Directly Accountable for HIPAA Violations

b) Increase penalties for HIPAA Voilation

c) Patients given option to take their medical record in electronic form.