What exactly is HIPAA Securities?
HIPAA is an abbreviation for the Patient Protection And Affordable Care Act, which was established in 1996 as an effort at gradual healthcare reform. It was later amended in 2009 as part of the ARRA/HITECH Act, and again in 2013 as part of the Omnibus Rule. The goal of HIPAA was to modernize the healthcare sector by lowering costs, streamlining administrative procedures and burdens, and enhancing patient privacy and security. Today, HIPAA compliance is primarily concerned with the final point: safeguarding the safety and confidentiality of patients' health records. Who Is Required to Comply to HIPAA? Any business or individual that operates in or through the healthcare sector or has access to confidential health information. This includes the following: Healthcare Professionals Employer Organization Health Insurance Programs Companies that provide health insurance Clearing Houses for Healthcare Business Partners Individual HIPAA Course and Certification Our Training is des...