HIPAA Overview for Dental Staff | 1 CE

HIPAA Review for Dental Staff

Credit hours/CE 1

NOTE: Texas has a separate HIPAA course with TX HB300 Click for this course.

Published March 2023 | Reviewed January 2026 | Expires December 2027

Course Description

HIPAA Review for Dental Staff is a PDF text-based course that provides an introductory overview and training resource for all members of the professional dental team. It emphasizes the need for comprehensive practice policies to protect patients and reduce liability. This course is appropriate for all dental staff but is not a substitute for a full HIPAA compliance program as recommended by the ADA or individual state dental boards.

Learning Objectives

• Understand the role of HIPAA regulations in the clinical dental setting.
• Know policies and practical ways to implement a HIPAA program.
• Understand the penalties for violation of HIPAA regulations.
• Be able to explain to patients about options and their rights.

Sources/Editors/Authors
MaryLou Austin, RDH, MS, Health Science Editor Sherrie DeKey, MA, Health Science Editor

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