The 5 Professions Required to Earn HIPAA Certification

Because of its broad scope and emphasis on the privacy of personal information, there are few industries not affected by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act. Commonly referred to as HIPAA, the act has been in affect for nearly two decades, but still continues to affect daily functions of the health and information industries.
HIPAA is a highly complex act that requires intensive study and refresher courses to maintain compliance. Some professions deal with personal health information directly and should be required to earn certification. Certification involves taking a class and then taking a certification exam to prove your …