Weegy: Fines as well as criminal penalties. User: Unnecessary use or disclosure of health information that could reasonably have been prevented is referred to as _____. Weegy: A HIPPA violation. User: Workforce members should understand that the Privacy Rule: A) Impedes customary and essential communications and practices in the healthcare setting B) Prohibits treatment of a patient until he or she has completed all of the appropriate paperwork needed for compliance with the Privacy Rule C) Requires that all risk of incidental use or disclosure be eliminated D) Requires that reasonable efforts be made to eliminate incidental use or disclosure of protected health information (PHI). Weegy: Workforce members should understand that the Privacy Rule: D) Requires that reasonable efforts be made to eliminate incidental use or disclosure of protected health information (PHI). [ ] (More)