Business associates as defined under the Privacy Rule would include health plans, health care clearinghouses, and health care providers.

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The Privacy Rule defines business associates as entities that perform functions or activities on behalf of, or provide certain services to, a covered entity that involve the use or disclosure of protected health information. Health plans, health care clearinghouses, and health care providers are considered covered entities, not business associates.

Business Associates as Defined Under the Privacy Rule Would Include