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HIPAA Privacy Rule: General Disclosures
Summary
Establishes national standards for the protection of certain health information, requiring covered entities to protect the privacy of PHI.
Rights & Rules
- 01.You have the right to request a copy of your medical records.
- 02.You have the right to know who has accessed your health information.
- 03.You have the right to request corrections to your medical files.
Penalties
- 01.Civil money penalties ranging from $137 to $68,928 per violation depending on culpability.
- 02.Criminal penalties including up to 10 years in prison for malicious intent.
Verified Citations
45 CFR § 164.502
Source"A covered entity or business associate may not use or disclose protected health information, except as permitted or required by this subpart."