HIPAA compliance refers to adherence to the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) of 1996, a U.S. federal law that sets standards for protecting the privacy and security of individuals' health information. Entities that handle protected health information (PHI) must follow HIPAA regulations, which include:
1. Privacy Rule: Governs the use, disclosure, and protection of PHI.
2. Security Rule: Establishes administrative, physical, and technical safeguards to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of electronic PHI (e-PHI).
3. Breach Notification Rule: Requires covered entities and business associates to notify affected individuals, the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), and sometimes the media, in case of a PHI breach.
4. Enforcement Rule: Outlines the penalties and procedures for investigating and resolving noncompliance.
Covered entities (healthcare providers, health plans, and healthcare clearinghouses) and their business associates must implement policies, procedures, and safeguards to maintain HIPAA compliance.
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