(a) Regional office privacy advisorsNot later than 6 months after February 17, 2009, the Secretary shall designate an individual in each regional office of the Department of Health and Human Services to offer guidance and education to covered entities, business associates, and individuals on their rights and responsibilities related to Federal privacy and security requirements for protected health information.
(b) Education initiative on uses of health informationNot later than 12 months after February 17, 2009, the Office for Civil Rights within the Department of Health and Human Services shall develop and maintain a multi-faceted national education initiative to enhance public transparency regarding the uses of protected health information, including programs to educate individuals about the potential uses of their protected health information, the effects of such uses, and the rights of individuals with respect to such uses. Such programs shall be conducted in a variety of languages and present information in a clear and understandable manner.
Structure US Code
Title 42— THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND WELFARE
CHAPTER 156— HEALTH INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
Part A— Improved Privacy Provisions and Security Provisions
§ 17932. Notification in the case of breach
§ 17933. Education on health information privacy
§ 17934. Application of privacy provisions and penalties to business associates of covered entities
§ 17936. Conditions on certain contacts as part of health care operations
§ 17938. Business associate contracts required for certain entities