HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act)

HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) is a U.S. federal law enacted in 1996 to protect the privacy and security of patients’ health information. It establishes national standards for safeguarding sensitive medical data, ensuring that it is used appropriately and disclosed only with proper authorization. HIPAA also grants patients rights to access and control their health records while promoting secure electronic transmission of health information in healthcare settings.