C807 HIM 3215 Healthcare Compliance OA READINESS EXAM Q & S 2025/2026

1. Which of the following is NOT a key component of an
effective healthcare compliance program as per the OIG
guidelines?
 a) Development of policies and procedures
 b) Designation of a compliance officer
 c) Regular physical check-ups for compliance staff
 d) Conducting internal monitoring and auditing
 Answer : c) Regular physical check-ups for compliance
staff
 Rationale : The OIG guidelines emphasize
administrative functions and monitoring rather than personal
health requirements for compliance staff.
2. HIPAA primarily aims to protect which type of health
information?
 a) Financial information
 b) Public health records
 c) Protected Health Information (PHI)
 d) Employment records
 Answer : c) Protected Health Information (PHI)
 Rationale : HIPAA sets the standard for protecting
sensitive patient data classified as PHI.
3. Which organization is responsible for enforcing HIPAA
privacy regulations?
 a) OSHA
 b) HHS Office for Civil Rights
 c) CMS
 d) FDA
 Answer : b) HHS Office for Civil Rights
 Rationale : The Office for Civil Rights is tasked with