Is using initials A Hipaa violation?

Is using initials A Hipaa violation? Q: Are an individual’s initials considered to be identifiers under the Privacy Rule? A: Yes, because an individual’s name is an identifier and initials are derived from the individual’s name, initials are considered identifiers under the Privacy Rule. Is texting initials A Hipaa violation? Many healthcare organizations are confused … Continue reading Is using initials A Hipaa violation?