Can researchers continue to use previously existing databanks or repositories? 1.07K viewsOctober 10, 2022Hospital and Healthcare 0 Sam Smith11.38K November 24, 2020 0 Comments Spread the loveSpread the love 1 Answer ActiveVotedNewestOldest 0 Blogolu28.38K Posted November 24, 2020 0 Comments Spread the loveYes. Under the HIPAA Privacy Rule, covered entities may use or disclose PHI from existing databases or repositories for research purposes either with individual authorization, or with a waiver of individual authorization. Spread the love Login