Jack Smith claimed $10,000 for medical expenses on his income tax return. The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is trying to verify that he received care at Happy Hospital. When an IRS agent calls the hospital to request pertinent information, what action should the hospital take?

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The hospital should request that the IRS obtain patient authorization to release Protected Health Information (PHI) to ensure compliance with privacy laws such as the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). This ensures that the patient's privacy is protected and that information is only shared with proper consent.

Jack Smith Claimed $10,000 for Medical Expenses on His Income