According to HIPAA guidelines, which document should a new patient sign?

The correct answer is the acknowledgment of notice of privacy practices. Under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), healthcare providers, including pharmacies, are required to inform patients about their privacy rights and how their information will be used and disclosed.

When a new patient signs the acknowledgment of notice of privacy practices, they are formally recognizing that they have been made aware of these rights and the pharmacy's practices regarding their protected health information (PHI). This document serves as proof that the patient has received a copy of the privacy notice, which is an essential element of HIPAA compliance.

The other options represent forms that are not mandated by HIPAA for new patients. A prescription use agreement might relate to specific medications or treatments but does not address privacy practices. A pharmacy records waiver form is typically used for different purposes, often related to record sharing, and an insurance company disclosure form addresses insurance-specific aspects rather than the privacy rights outlined under HIPAA. Therefore, the acknowledgment of notice of privacy practices is the required document for a new patient to sign to comply with HIPAA regulations.