The History of HIPAA As healthcare systems evolved with technology advancements, the threat to patient privacy increased. Congress recognized a need to “improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the health care system” and therefore created the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA). The main focus was to standardize the electronic exchange of…
OIG vs. HIPAA Resources
Download Module Resources Knowing what is required from a small provider when it comes to HIPAA and OIG can be challenging. Being a small provider does not mean that you are exempt from these regulations. The following resources provide a deeper dive into what is required according to HIPAA Privacy and Security Rules as well…