How to Comply with HIPAA: A General Overview

The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) deals with the security of protected health information (PHI). This course explores what HIPAA means for your business and employees. Learn about the Act’s requirements for all employers, and how to ensure that electronically created, received or transmitted PHI remains confidential and protected from threats or hazards. You’ll also discover how to ensure that all employees comply with the Act. We’ll also explore the various penalties involved with non-compliance.

This interactive course provides a general overview of HIPAA that is useful for all covered entities and their employees. Take the final exam at the end to receive a Certificate of Completion. This course should not be relied upon to meet specific training requirements for employees.