CHAPTER 20: Substance Abuse, Behavioral Health, and Sexual Information
Laurie A. Rinehart-Thompson, JD, RHIA, CHP, FAHIMA
Sharon J. Randolph, JD, RHIA
Learning Objectives
After completing this chapter, the reader should be able to:
Describe how legislation addresses the disclosure of sensitive health information regarding behavioral health disorders, substance abuse and treatment, and sexually transmitted diseases.
Explain the role of the privacy requirements of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) in the protection of sensitive health information.
Identify typical ethical dilemmas that health information management (HIM) professionals may encounter in relation to the disclosure of behavioral health, substance ...
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