If a patient requests that his health record be corrected or altered,the provider may accomplish this by _____.
A) Deleting the original information and documenting the corrected information
B) Denying the patient's request by informing the patient of this in writing
C) Refusing to make corrections/alterations because patients don't have this right
D) Requiring that a local judge review the patient's request to correct or alter data

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Under HIPAA, if a patient requests a correction or alteration to their health record and the provider does not agree with the need for the change, the provider can deny the request. However, they must inform the patient of the denial in writing, explaining the reason for the denial and providing information on how the patient can file a complaint or appeal the decision.

If a Patient Requests That His Health Record Be Corrected