Rule 23-100-3.9 - Safeguarding Confidential InformationA. The privacy rule protects electronic records, paper records and oral communication. Therefore, employees of the agency are responsible for safeguarding the confidentiality of recipient information in all forms to prevent unauthorized disclosure.B. Failure to abide by the policies and procedures regarding confidentiality of recipient and applicant information, either intentionally or unintentionally, can result in disciplinary action. Group offenses are discussed in the Division of Medicaid Employee Manual under Discipline and Grievance Policies. In addition, any violation of privacy and security policies and procedures may be referred to state or federal agencies for prosecution.23 Miss. Code. R. 100-3.9
42 CFR §435.901 (Rev. 1994).