HIPAA takes priority
Mammography Regulation and Reimbursement Report, May 1, 2009
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The provision that may have the most effect on mammography facilities is that requiring business associates (BA) to comply with HIPAA. BAs are individuals or corporations that perform functions or activities using protected health information (PHI) on behalf of the facility.
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