Estelle has congestive heart failure. Her primary care doctor and cardiologist
meet to discuss a new treatment plan. Under HIPAA, can these doctors share
the information discussed during their conversation with a friend who is also
a doctor? Why?
A. Yes, Estelle's condition puts the public at risk, so they are allowed
to share her health information.
B. No, conversations between health care providers are required to
remain private
C. No, in fact, Estelle's doctor should not even discuss her health
information with the cardiologist.
D. Yes, any doctor is allowed to share patient information with
another doctor.