This course provides information about the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) from the Business Associate's perspective.

Course Objectives

• Understand what HIPAA is and its purpose
• Understand the key features of HIPAA
• Understand what entities are affected by HIPAA
• Recognize the difference between HIPAA Privacy and Security
• Appreciate the impact of the HIPAA privacy and security rules
• Understand the cost and savings associated with HIPAA
• Understand the most recent updates to HIPAA from the ARRA/HITECH Act and Omnibus Rule
• Understand how HIPAA will impact you and your organization