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Differentiate Between ‘Consent’ and ‘Authorization’

Published on Wed Sep 20, 2023

Question: I’m confused by some of the language in the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) forms we give patients on their first visits. What is the difference between “consent” and “authorization” in the context of HIPAA privacy and security? Texas Subscriber Answer: The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) allows covered entities (CEs) to obtain patient consent for [...]
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