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.