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Per HIPAA, a patient requests their dental records be sent. Which statement is NOT true?

  1. The request must be in writing
  2. The request must be signed by the patient
  3. The request must be documented in the patient's chart
  4. The request must include the address to which records will be sent
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Correct answer: C. The request must be documented in the patient's chart

  • A. A written request is a standard requirement for records release.
  • B. The patient's signature/authorization is required.
  • C. Correct (the FALSE statement). HIPAA does not mandate that the records request itself be charted; the other elements (written, signed, destination specified) are required.
  • D. Specifying where to send the records is part of a valid authorization.

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