Question

HIPAA provides federal protections for PHI when held by covered entities. Which of the following is NOT a covered entity?

1) nursing homes
2) pharmacies
3) clergy
4) HMOs

Answer 1

Clergy is not a covered entity under HIPAA.

Step-by-step explanation:

HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) provides federal protections for PHI (Protected Health Information) when held by covered entities. Covered entities include healthcare providers, health insurance companies, clearinghouses, and certain business associates. Clergy is not a covered entity under HIPAA.