HIPAA Security Rule is a federal law that sets standards for protecting the confidentiality and availability of health information (ePHI). Here are 6 misconceptions about the HIPAA:
1. HIPAA only applies to healthcare providers. While HIPAA does apply to healthcare providers, it also applies to healthcare clearinghouses, health plans, and business associates of these entities that handle ePHI.
2. HIPAA only covers electronic health information. HIPAA applies to both, electronic and paper-based health information.
3. HIPAA requires the use of specific technologies. HIPAA does not specify the technologies that must be used to protect ePHI. Instead, it requires that appropriate technical, physical, and administrative safeguards.
4. HIPAA allows for unlimited disclosures of ePHI. HIPAA allows for the disclosure of ePHI for treatment, payment, and healthcare operations purposes, but it has strict rules about when and how ePHI can be disclosed for other purposes.
5. HIPAA violations only result in civil penalties - Depending on the circumstances, HIPAA violations can result in civil and criminal penalties.
6. HIPAA compliance is optional. HIPAA compliance is NOT optional for covered entities and their business associates.
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