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Health Information and Privacy (HIPAA): Federal

Author: Jayne Zanglein, Western Carolina University

Updating Author: Brightmine Editorial Team

Summary

The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) protects sensitive patient information. HIPAA aims to ensure protected health information is handled securely and confidentially. This guide helps HR professionals understand HIPAA requirements. Health Information and Privacy (HIPAA) addresses federal requirements only and does not include state or local guides.