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Consumer ProtectionUnited States (Federal)

Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)

Summary

Protects the privacy and security of health information and grants patients rights over their medical records.

Rights & Rules

  • 01.
    Right to see and get a copy of your health records.
  • 02.
    Right to have corrections added to your health information.
  • 03.
    Right to be notified if your health information is shared for purposes other than treatment or payment.

Penalties

  • 01.
    Civil penalties ranging from $100 to $50,000 per violation.
  • 02.
    Criminal penalties including fines and imprisonment for malicious disclosure.

Verified Citations

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