
What Is HIPAA Policy?
HIPAA, short for the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act, has become a cornerstone in how we handle patient information in the healthcare industry. You might have heard it mentioned in passing or glanced at the endless paperwork that seems to come with it. But what exactly is HIPAA policy? How does it affect healthcare professionals, and why is it so crucial? Let’s break it down in a way that makes this complex topic manageable and even a bit interesting.