HIPAA: HIPAA Privacy Rule

This course on Privacy Rule Standards within the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) delves into the regulations governing the use and disclosure of individuals’ health information, termed Protected Health Information (PHI), by covered entities. Participants will gain insights into the standards set by the Privacy Rule, focusing on the protection of individual rights to control and understand the use of their health information. The course underscores the balance between safeguarding health information and facilitating its necessary flow for quality healthcare delivery and public health purposes. Covered entities’ permissions for information release, patient consent requirements, and the Notice of Privacy Practices are explored, emphasizing patient control over the sharing of their health information.