Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)

Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)

The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) is an essential piece of legislation that protects the privacy and security of our personal health information. It ensures that health records are kept confidential, secure, and accessible only to those authorized to view them. HIPAA also requires specific organizations, such as healthcare providers or insurers, to have procedures to protect patient data from unauthorized access or use. As a customer, you must know your rights under this law to ensure your private medical information remains safe from prying eyes.