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Every person who may have exposure to patient information through the performance of their job is bound by HIPPA and subject to the penalties for violating HIPPA. This includes you doctors, nurses, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, nurse aides, orderlies, lab and radiology techs, secretaries, social workers, administrators, billing personnel, housekeeping and maintenance staff, IT staff, etc. HIPPA also applies to students and non-employed observers who are granted access to information at the invitation of anyone of the above. Anyone who works around patients and health care information in any capacity should be required to sign a HIPPA compliance contract by their employer or contractor.
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How long do you keep medical records for HIPAA?
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What can you do with a medical office assistant diploma?
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yes
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yes
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