Claire,who worked for a cosmetic surgeon's office in Hollywood,accessed the medical records of a number of celebrities and sold them to tabloids,which then revealed the information in their written publications,on television,and on the Internet.Which of the following enforcement actions will not be available for the HIPAA violations in this case?

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The individuals whose private health information was revealed cannot bring a lawsuit claiming HIPAA violations. HIPAA does not provide a private right of action for individuals to sue covered entities for alleged violations. However, covered entities may be subject to private lawsuits borne under tort or other legal theories. HIPAA violations are subject to civil penalties imposed by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and criminal sanctions enforced by the Department of Justice.

Claire,who Worked for a Cosmetic Surgeon's Office in Hollywood,accessed the Medical