The HIPAA Security Rule sets national standards for protecting electronic protected health information (ePHI). It applies to covered entities and, via business associate agreements, many vendors that handle ePHI.
Full guide: HIPAA Security Rule Guide for SMBs.
What leaders should understand
- Security Rule safeguards are administrative, physical, and technical
- Risk analysis is foundational—not optional paperwork
- Business associates often need comparable discipline even when they are not a clinic
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Note: Educational content is not legal advice. Confirm obligations with qualified counsel for your entity type and agreements.
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