HIPAA comprises several important components, including:
Privacy Rule: This sets standards for the protection of PHI and grants individuals rights over their health information, including the right to access their own medical records. Security Rule: This establishes requirements for safeguarding electronic PHI (ePHI) through administrative, physical, and technical safeguards. Breach Notification Rule: This mandates the notification of individuals and the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) in the event of a data breach. Enforcement Rule: This outlines the penalties for non-compliance with HIPAA regulations.
