HIPAA Guidelines and the age of COVID-19

HIPAA Guidelines and the age of COVID-19

Covid has changed the face of Healthcare and HIPAA is evolving with it. HIPAA is widely known for its Privacy Rule, which safeguards protected health information (PHI) of individuals from disclosure by healthcare providers, insurance companies, and other covered...
Does HIPAA allow questions about vaccination status?

Does HIPAA allow questions about vaccination status?

Short answer: Yes, but lots of mis-information out here. First, the main goal of HIPAA is helping people maintain their healthcare insurance coverage if they change or lose their jobs. The Act encouraged the use of electronic records to transfer patient information....