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• December 21, 2022
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HITECH Act – Privacy Compliance Action Plan

HIPAA became a new word in the insurance industry lexicon way back in 1996. For more insurance brokers, HIPAA meant changed rules regarding portability of coverage. Brokers also became Business Associates of Covered Entities (insurers and health plans). The latest provisions of HIPAA, known as the HITECH Act expand the provisions and requirements for Business Associates especially as it relates to any breaches of health care data.
The HITECH Act directly obligates Business Associates to comply with the HIPAA Security Rule’s administrative, physical and technical safeguard requirements. The compliance deadline of February 17, 2010 is rapidly approaching!
The HITECH Act …