Dr. Hobbes is having difficulty determining why a patient, Franz, is going into cardiac arrest. Dr. Hobbes brings in the attending physician to collaborate on Franz’s diagnosis. Once in the recovery room, the attending physician checked on Franz. Franz was confused as to why the doctor knew about his case and felt that his rights were violated. Which best describes why HIPAA protected the doctor’s exchange of information?
HIPAA can be violated in emergency situations.
HIPAA can be violated in dangerous situations.
HIPAA can be violated in legal situations.
HIPAA can be violated in civil situations.
