Electronic Health Records Flashcards
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Under HIPAA, how long must a patient's medical records generally be retained (per most state and federal guidance)?
Answer: At least 6 years
HIPAA requires records be retained at least 6 years, though many states require longer.
What is 'Meaningful Use' (now Promoting Interoperability) designed to encourage?
Answer: Effective use of certified EHR technology to improve care
The program incentivizes providers to use certified EHRs in ways that improve quality and outcomes.
A patient portal primarily allows patients to do which of the following?
Answer: View results, request refills, and message their provider
Patient portals give patients secure access to their own information and communication tools.
What should a medical assistant do immediately if they suspect a data breach of EHR information?
Answer: Report it to the privacy officer or supervisor
Suspected breaches must be promptly reported per facility policy and HIPAA breach rules.
Which term describes a brief electronic summary of a patient's health used during transitions of care?
Answer: Continuity of Care Document (CCD)
A CCD is a standardized summary supporting care continuity when patients move between providers.
Why is automatic logoff an important EHR security feature?
Answer: It prevents unauthorized access from unattended workstations
Automatic logoff protects records when a user leaves a workstation unattended.
What is the role of a unique user login and password in an EHR?
Answer: To attribute actions to specific individuals for accountability
Unique credentials ensure each action is traceable to one identifiable user.