How HIPAA Violations Affect the Medical Billing Process

HIV and AIDS information is more sensitive than other types of health conditions because patients actually do not seek medical attention for fear of breach in confidentiality. This fear directly affects their health because they are not seeking treatment for the illness they have. Organizations involved with HIV care are aware of the need to protect confidentiality of those individuals receiving services. Accordingly, HIPAA has put into place rules and regulations with civil and criminal penalties to ensure confi...

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