HIPAA vs FERPA: What’s the Difference?

There are laws in place to protect the privacy of patients and students. Continue reading to learn the difference between HIPAA and FERPA. What is HIPAA?  HIPAA stands for Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996. Under this federal law, patient health information is protected and kept secure unless the patient gives consent to disclose their information.… Read More

HIPAA VS FERPA: WHAT’S THE DIFFERENCE?

There are laws in place to protect the privacy of patients and students. Continue reading to learn the difference between HIPAA and FERPA. What is HIPAA?  HIPAA stands for Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996. Under this federal law, patient health information is protected and kept secure unless the patient gives consent to disclose their information.… Read More
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What Does PHI Stand For?

The healthcare industry has many acronyms to keep track of.   For example, HIPAA for the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act, CDC for Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and more. When it comes to keeping your personal records as secure as you want them to be, let’s dive into PHI, what it stands for, and why it’s important for you.… Read More