Yes, healthcare providers can share protected health information (PHI) with debt collectors under specific circ*mstances without violating HIPAA. Debt collection isconsidered a payment activityunder HIPAA, so sharing necessary information with debt collectors is permitted. HIPAA and the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) intersect when medical debt collection is involved. HIPAA restricts the direct sharing of patients' health information with debt collectors. Still, the FDCPA establishesguidelines and restrictionsfor how debt collectors can communicate with debtors (including patients), such as: Related:HIPAA Compliant Email: The Definitive GuideWhat is the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA)?
How to ensure compliance with the FDCPA and HIPAA
Can healthcare providers share PHI with debt collectors? (2024)
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