Health Insurance Portability
and Accountability Act

The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) is a regulatory framework in the healthcare vertical within the United States.

It establishes standards and safeguards for protecting sensitive patient health information, ensuring its confidentiality, integrity, and availability.

HIPAA aims to enhance data security, privacy, and the seamless transfer of healthcare data while imposing strict regulations on healthcare organizations, providers, and their business associates to maintain compliance and safeguard patient rights.