View Full Version : Hippa violations pointed out diplomatically
zoltonsmom
Jul 8, 2012, 07:50 AM
Is there a diplomatic way to point out to a relative that he is violating HIPPA law by talking about one of his patients, by name, at a party?
JudyKayTee
Jul 8, 2012, 07:52 AM
It's HIPAA, not HIPPA.
You know the relative, I don't. I wouldn't quote or mention HIPAA but I'd make him aware he "may" have disclosed personal information.
What is your relationship to the patient?
joypulv
Jul 8, 2012, 08:03 AM
I see no need to be diplomatic, just do it in private. I suppose you can tell a little lie, such as you think you know someone there who knows the patient.