Definition
The HIPAA Security Rule establishes national standards to protect individuals’ electronic personal health information that is created, received, used, or maintained by a covered entity.
Why it matters for business
Federal standards for protecting ePHI. Operations, security, and compliance conversations often assume this term is clear.
Example in an SMB context
A clinic, billing firm, or professional services company in the CT/NY/NJ region may need to explain how HIPAA Security Rule applies when reviewing vendors, devices, or security documentation.
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