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Which entity is responsible for enforcing HIPAA privacy regulations?

The correct answer is C. Office for Civil Rights (OCR). The Office for Civil Rights (OCR), under HHS, enforces HIPAA Privacy and Security Rules.

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Question

Which entity is responsible for enforcing HIPAA privacy regulations?

Options

ACMS
BOffice of Inspector General (OIG)
COffice for Civil Rights (OCR)
DAmerican Medical Association (AMA)

How the community answered

(17 responses)

A
6% (1)
B
6% (1)
C
76% (13)
D
12% (2)

Explanation

The Office for Civil Rights (OCR), under HHS, enforces HIPAA Privacy and Security Rules.

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#HIPAA#OCR enforcement#privacy regulations#compliance

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