HIPAA protects health data privacy, but not in the ways most people think

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By Katie MaloneFeb 13, 2024, 1:40 pm119 pts
The “P” in HIPAA doesn’t stand for privacy. It’s one of the first things a lot of experts will say when asked to clear up any misconceptions about the health data law. Instead, it stands for portability — it’s called the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act —and describes how…

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