What must a NoPP include regarding patient health information (PHI)?

The Notice of Privacy Practices (NoPP) is a crucial document required under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). It outlines how a Covered Entity (CE), such as a healthcare provider or a health plan, may use and disclose an individual's Protected Health Information (PHI). This notice serves to inform patients about their rights concerning their health information and the various scenarios in which their data may be used, such as for treatment, payment, healthcare operations, or as mandated by law.

By including details on the permissible uses and disclosures, the NoPP helps patients understand their privacy rights and the protections in place for their sensitive data, thereby fostering transparency and trust between healthcare providers and patients. Other options, while they may contain relevant information in a patient context, do not directly align with the specific regulatory requirements mandated for the NoPP.