Question

an impermissible use or disclosure under the privacy rule that compromises the security or privacy of phi is called a

multiple choice

breach

violation

notification

fraud case

Explanation:

Analyze the regulatory definition

Using the HIPAA Breach Notification Rule knowledge point
Under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) regulations, specifically 45 CFR § 164.402, a "breach" is defined as the acquisition, access, use, or disclosure of protected health information (PHI) in a manner not permitted under the Privacy Rule which compromises the security or privacy of the protected health information.

Evaluate the given options

• breach: This matches the official regulatory definition under the HIPAA Privacy and Security Rules.
• violation: While an impermissible use is a violation of the rules, the specific term defined as compromising the security or privacy of PHI is a "breach."
• notification: This refers to the administrative action required after a breach is discovered.
• fraud case: This refers to intentional deception or misrepresentation, which is a different legal category.

Answer:

• breach (Correct answer)
• violation
• notification
• fraud case