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Who Is Bound by HIPAA Regulations
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Who Is Bound by HIPAA Regulations

The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) of 1996 primarily aims to protect the privacy and security of individuals’ medical information. Its three pillars also ensure

Does Texting Breach HIPAA Regulations?
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Does Texting Breach HIPAA Regulations?

Text messaging is generally not compliant with HIPAA standards. There are several reasons why texting might be considered a violation of HIPAA guidelines. For instance,

What Does HIPAA Authorization Entail?
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What Does HIPAA Authorization Entail?

HIPAA authorization entails completing a form by a patient or a health plan member when a covered entity intends to disclose or use personal health