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Does RelayHealth protect against the disclosure of PHI of faxes left sitting on a fax machine at a pharmacy?

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Does RelayHealth protect against the disclosure of PHI of faxes left sitting on a fax machine at a pharmacy?

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No, this is the obligation of the pharmacy. The pharmacy is a covered entity under the Privacy Rule and accordingly must take steps to protect against the disclosure of PHI. This should include policies and procedures to protect against the unauthorized disclosure of PHI from faxes.