Understanding HIPAA Privacy and HIPAA Security

Unlike earlier times, we now see an increased number of regulations and security standards implemented by the government to ensure information security and privacy. HIPAA or the ‘Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act’ of 1996 was issued to... More

Unlike earlier times, we now see an increased number of regulations and security standards implemented by the government to ensure information security and privacy. HIPAA or the ‘Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act’ of 1996 was issued to address the security and privacy concerns in the healthcare industry. This act has two sections referred to as Title I and Title II. Less