Question

which act addresses “information blocking” by requiring healthcare organizations to provide secure, free access to select personal health information? the healthcare quality improvement act (hcqia) the 21st century cures act health insurance portability and accountability act (hipaa) the patient safety and quality improvement act (psqia)

Explanation:

The 21st Century CURES Act specifically addresses "information blocking" and mandates healthcare organizations to provide secure, free access to personal health information. The Healthcare Quality Improvement Act (HCQIA) focuses on peer review and professional competence. HIPAA is about privacy and security of health info but not specifically information blocking. The Patient Safety and Quality Improvement Act (PSQIA) is about patient safety work and confidentiality of reports.

Answer:

B. The 21st Century CURES Act