What are the penalties for knowingly disclosing PHI in violation of HIPAA?

The penalties for knowingly disclosing protected health information (PHI) in violation of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) are indeed significant. They can range from $50,000 to $250,000 along with the possibility of imprisonment for up to 10 years, depending on the severity and intent of the violation. This is indicative of the seriousness with which HIPAA regards the protection of PHI, as unauthorized disclosure can lead to significant harm to individuals' privacy and security.

In the context of the other choices, while warnings and training are essential components of a compliance program, they do not directly address the legal ramifications of knowingly violating HIPAA. Immediate revocation of licenses is not a typical penalty specified in HIPAA regulations for this kind of violation; licensing authorities may handle such actions separately. Similarly, fines of $10,000 do not encapsulate the full scope of penalties that can be imposed, especially for willful negligence or malicious intent in disclosing PHI. Thus, the outlined penalties under option B accurately reflect the seriousness of HIPAA violations and the legal consequences that come with them.