Dec 30, 2024 · This is a summary of key elements of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 1 (HIPAA) Security Rule, 2 as amended by the Health Information Technology for …

Oct 20, 2022 · The HIPAA Security Rule establishes national standards to protect individuals' electronic personal health information that is created, received, used, or maintained by a covered entity. The …

Sep 26, 2025 · HHS has developed guidance and tools to assist HIPAA covered entities in identifying and implementing the most cost effective and appropriate administrative, physical, and technical …

Fact Sheet On December 27, 2024, the Office for Civil Rights (OCR) at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) issued a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) to modify the Health …

Dec 27, 2024 · Accordingly, the proposed rule would modify the HIPAA Security Rule to require health plans, health care clearinghouses, and most health care providers, and their business associates to …

HIPAA for Professionals Find information about the HIPAA Rules, guidance on compliance, OCR's enforcement activities, frequently asked questions, and more.

Sep 26, 2025 · The Office for Civil Rights (OCR) is responsible for issuing periodic guidance on the provisions in the HIPAA Security Rule. (45 C.F.R. §§ 164.302 – 318.) This series of guidance …

Jul 19, 2024 · To improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the health care system, the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), Public Law 104-191, included …

Apr 25, 2025 · The HIPAA Security Rule Risk Analysis provision is a key Security Rule requirement and the foundation for effective cybersecurity practices and the protection of ePHI. The settlement …

May 30, 2025 · OCR has established two listservs to inform the public about health information privacy and security FAQs, guidance, and technical assistance materials. We encourage you to sign up and …