What is a HIPAA Violation? Types, Causes, Penalties, and Prevention

What is a HIPAA Violation

The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), enacted in 1996, revolutionized the way healthcare providers and related entities handle patient information. The primary goal is to safeguard patients’ medical records and other health information provided to health plans, doctors, hospitals, and other healthcare providers. The violation occurs when there is a breach of an … Read more