HIPAA Privacy Rule

Cross-jurisdiction snapshot of key differences.

LocationLawSummary
United StatesHIPAA Privacy RuleFederal standards to protect individuals' medical records and other personal health information, applying to health plans, health care clearinghouses, and health care providers.
United States (Federal)HIPAA Privacy RuleEstablishes national standards to protect individuals' medical records and other personal health information held by covered entities.
USAHIPAA Privacy RuleEstablishes national standards to protect individuals' medical records and other personal health information held by health plans and providers.
USA (Federal)HIPAA Privacy RuleEstablishes national standards for the protection of certain health information, ensuring patient records are kept confidential.