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Glossary Term HIPAA

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What is HIPAA?

HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) is a United States legislation that establishes data privacy and security provisions for safeguarding medical information.

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Understanding HIPAA

HIPAA stands for Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act. It is a US federal law that sets standards for the protection and confidential handling of protected health information (PHI) by healthcare organizations and their business associates. HIPAA regulations aim to ensure the privacy and security of individuals' medical records and personal health information. These regulations also include provisions for data breach notification and enforcement of penalties for non-compliance.

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