HIPAA Security Rules and Privacy Rules are similar,yet different,in that both _____.
A) Are different names for the same regulations
B) Limit patient access and control of information
C) Often oppose each rule's efforts and results
D) Protect information from different aspects

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HIPAA Security Rules focus on the technical safeguards for protecting electronic patient health information (ePHI) in terms of confidentiality, integrity, and availability, while HIPAA Privacy Rules focus on protecting the privacy and confidentiality of patients' health information, including how it is used and disclosed by covered entities. Therefore, while both rules are aimed at protecting patient information, they have slightly different goals and approaches.

HIPAA Security Rules and Privacy Rules Are Similar,yet Different,in That