Introduction to HIPAA
Get an overview of HIPAA and how it keeps protected health information (PHI) safe.

The basics of HIPAA
Anyone who works with protected health information (PHI) must comply with HIPAA.
HIPAA is meant to keep patients’ PHI safe and secure, whether it's in a physical or electronic format.
If you’re getting started with HIPAA, you’re in the right place. Learn more about what HIPAA compliance looks like, what counts as PHI, and the potential consequences of non-compliance.
Introduction to HIPAA
Introduction to HIPAA

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The basics of HIPAA
Anyone who works with protected health information (PHI) must comply with HIPAA.
HIPAA is meant to keep patients’ PHI safe and secure, whether it's in a physical or electronic format.
If you’re getting started with HIPAA, you’re in the right place. Learn more about what HIPAA compliance looks like, what counts as PHI, and the potential consequences of non-compliance.
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