Which of the following is true of the provisions under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)?

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The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act's (HIPAA) privacy rules specifically address the permitted and prohibited use(s) and disclosure(s) of health information by organizations subject to them. A covered entity is generally permitted (but not required) to use and disclose protected health information without an individual's authorization for many law enforcement activities pursuant to court orders and/or subpoenas.

Which of the Following Is True of the Provisions Under