Which statement is NOT true regarding the Notice of Privacy Practices (NPP)?

The statement indicating that patients receive a copy of the Notice of Privacy Practices (NPP) each time they visit is not accurate. While healthcare providers are required to provide the NPP to patients, it is generally only given at the time of the first visit or at the time of significant changes to the NPP. Typically, institutions do not distribute a new copy on every visit, as this would be impractical and unnecessary.

In contrast, the other statements are indeed true. The NPP serves to summarize patients' rights concerning their health information, ensuring they understand how their protected health information (PHI) may be used and shared. Additionally, it outlines the institution's policies regarding the handling of PHI, making the procedures and patient rights clear. Furthermore, new patients receiving the NPP before their appointment is also a standard practice, facilitating transparency regarding privacy rights from the outset of their care.