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VA Heart of Texas Health Care Network (VISN 17)
Mentioned in a privacy incident report created by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs on December 28, 2012. Also cited in 122 other reports.
Report ID: PSETS0000084143, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Reported Entity: VISN 17 Temple, TX
Issue:
After requesting and reviewing a SPAR report. The Employee/Veteran is requesting a justification for the access of their medical record. Update: 02/22/13:One employee will be sent a HIPAA notification letter.
Outcome:
Alternate PO has completed fact-finding investigation. Employee was provided a copy of the Rules of Behavior for Employees. The Alternate PO requested that the employee immediately complete VHA Privacy and HIPAA Training FY13.