HIPAA, the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act, sets the standard for protecting sensitive patient information in the U.S. healthcare system. This course provides an overview of HIPAA’s purpose, scope, and impact, with a focus on how it applies to organisations and individuals who handle protected health information (PHI). 

Through practical explanations and real-world examples, you will explore HIPAA’s Privacy and Security Rules, the impact of the HITECH Act, enforcement processes, patient rights, and penalties for violations. The course also introduces key compliance concepts that apply to Smartbox teams supporting U.S.-based users, partners, and organisations.