HIPPA
What does HIPAA protect?
A client’s protected health information (PHI).
What is SimplePractice commonly used for?
Managing therapy practices, including scheduling, notes, billing, and client communication.
How many planets are in our solar system?
8
What is New Mexico’s state question?
“Red or Green?” (referring to chile).
What is the largest animal on Earth?
The blue whale
True or False: You can discuss a client’s private information in a public hallway if you keep your voice quiet.
Conversations about PHI should be conducted privately.
What feature can clients use to request or schedule appointments through SimplePractice?
The Client Portal/online appointment scheduling.
What is the largest ocean on Earth?
The Pacific ocean
What date is celebrated as New Mexico’s Statehood Day?
January 6, commemorating New Mexico becoming a state in 1912.
How many sides does a hexagon have?
6
What do the letters PHI stand for?
Protected Health Information.
In SimplePractice, what type of document might a therapist use to record information about a client session?
A progress note/session note.
If a train travels 60 miles per hour for 3 hours, how far does it travel?
180 Miles
What famous New Mexico celebration takes place in Santa Fe and is known for burning a large symbolic figure?
Fiestas de Santa Fe, including the burning of Zozobra.
Which planet is known as the Red Planet?
Mars
What is the “minimum necessary” principle under HIPAA?
Only accessing, using, or sharing the minimum amount of PHI needed to accomplish a legitimate task.
Why is it important to lock your computer when stepping away from SimplePractice?
To help prevent unauthorized access to confidential client information.
What is the smallest prime number?
2
What major New Mexico holiday is celebrated on September 16 and commemorates Mexican independence?
Mexican Independence Day.
What is the only mammal capable of true sustained flight?
A bat
A therapist accidentally sends a client’s information to the wrong person. What should they do?
Report the incident promptly according to the organization’s privacy/breach procedures rather than trying to hide it.
You receive a message containing sensitive client information. What is the safest practice?
Use the organization’s approved, secure communication methods and follow Sandia Family Therapy’s policies.
If you have 3 dozen eggs and use 10 eggs, how many eggs are left?
26 eggs
What New Mexico holiday/observance honors the state’s Hispanic and Indigenous cultural heritage and is celebrated on the fourth Friday of November?
Native American Heritage Day is observed nationally; New Mexico also has numerous culturally significant observances. Bonus challenge: Name a New Mexico-specific cultural celebration!
What letter comes next: J, F, M, A, M, J, J, A, S, O, N, ___?
D (the first letters of the months).