The final HITECH Omnibus Rule expanded some of HIPAA's original requirements, including changes in immunization disclosures. As a result, where states require immunization records of a minor prior to admitting a student to a school, a covered entity is permitted to:
A. require written authorization from a custodial parent before disclosing proof of the child's immunization to the school.
B. Allow the minor to authorize the disclosure of the proof of immunization to the school.
C. Simply document a written or oral agreement from a parent or guardian before releasing the immunization record to the school
D. allow school officials to authorize immunization disclosures on behalf of a child attending their school
Answer: A