HIPAA protects individuals against the wrongful disclosure of their health information.

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HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) was enacted in 1996 to protect individuals' privacy and confidentiality of their health information. It establishes rules and standards for the protection of identifiable health information, known as protected health information (PHI).HIPAA provides individuals with rights to their health information and limits the use and disclosure of PHI by healthcare providers and covered entities. Violations of HIPAA can result in fines, penalties, and even criminal charges for those who wrongfully disclose or misuse PHI.

HIPAA Protects Individuals Against the Wrongful Disclosure of Their Health