HIPAA
Track Compliance for HIPAA
StandardFusion supports HIPAA compliance by helping you manage and monitor the security controls related to protected health information (PHI). Our GRC platform helps your organization to meet the privacy and security standards required by the healthcare industry.
Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act
Publisher
Department of Health and Human Services
Date Published
1996
Category
Health
Description
HIPAA is a U.S. federal law enacted in 1996 to ensure the privacy and security of protected health information (PHI). It establishes national standards for the protection of electronic PHI (e-PHI) held by covered entities and business associates, including healthcare providers, health plans, and healthcare clearinghouses. HIPAA mandates the implementation of administrative, physical, and technical safeguards to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of e-PHI.
Overview
HIPAA safeguards the privacy and security of protected health information, ensuring that healthcare organizations implement precautions to maintain the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of e-PHI.
