Georgia Navigator Practice Exam

As a navigator, which entity's health information is NOT required to be protected?

1. The navigator's own health information

2. The applicant's health information

3. The applicant's health insurance agent's information

4. The health insurance company's information

The correct answer is: The navigator's own health information

The correct answer is that the navigator's own health information is not required to be protected in the same way as the health information of others involved in the process. This is due to the fact that regulations such as the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) primarily focus on protecting patient information, which includes the health information of applicants, clients, and others involved in the health care system. One of the primary responsibilities of navigators is to assist individuals with accessing health care services and insurance coverage, which necessitates handling sensitive health information belonging to applicants and their associated agents. Such information must be kept confidential and secure to protect individuals' privacy and rights. While navigators should still maintain professionalism and confidentiality regarding their own health information, there are no specific legal requirements for them to protect it to the same extent as they must for the health information of others. The emphasis is on safeguarding the data of those seeking assistance, as they are the ones who may be vulnerable and need protection under health information privacy laws.