
Summary of the HIPAA Privacy Rule - HHS.gov
Mar 14, 2025 · Statutory and Regulatory Background The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), Public Law 104-191, was enacted on August 21, 1996. Sections …
Health Information Privacy | HHS.gov
HIPAA for Professionals Find information about the HIPAA Rules, guidance on compliance, OCR's enforcement activities, frequently asked questions, and more.
The HIPAA Privacy Rule - HHS.gov
Sep 27, 2024 · Frequently Asked Questions for Professionals - Please see the HIPAA FAQs for additional guidance on health information privacy topics.
Summary of the HIPAA Security Rule - HHS.gov
Dec 30, 2024 · This is a summary of key elements of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 1 (HIPAA) Security Rule, 2 as amended by the Health Information Technology for …
Your Rights Under HIPAA - HHS.gov
May 30, 2025 · Learn about your health information privacy rights under HIPAA and access guidance materials designed to help you understand and exercise these rights.
HIPAA for Professionals - HHS.gov
Jul 19, 2024 · HIPAA for Professionals To improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the health care system, the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), Public Law 104 …
Breach Notification Rule - HHS.gov
Jul 26, 2013 · The HIPAA Breach Notification Rule, 45 CFR §§ 164.400-414, requires HIPAA covered entities and their business associates to provide notification following a breach of unsecured …
Research - HHS.gov
Aug 21, 2024 · New Guidance on HIPAA and individual authorization of uses and disclosures of protected health information for research. This guidance explains certain requirements for an …
Covered Entities and Business Associates - HHS.gov
Aug 21, 2024 · Individuals, organizations, and agencies that meet the definition of a covered entity under HIPAA must comply with the Rules' requirements to protect the privacy and security of health …
Marketing - HHS.gov
Jul 26, 2013 · Defining what is “marketing” under the Rule; Excepting from that definition certain treatment or health care operations activities; Requiring individual authorization for all uses or …