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It can be frustrating wading through online information on HIPAA. This website can help you become more educated about this important subject. In this way, you can be better informed when contacting HIPAA consultants.

HIPAA, which stands for the American Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996, is a set of rules to be followed by doctors, hospitals and other health care providers. HIPAA took effect on April 14, 2006. HIPAA helps ensure that all medical records, medical billing, and patient accounts meet certain consistent standards with regard to documentation, handling and privacy.

In addition, HIPAA requires that all patients be able access their own medical records, correct errors or omissions, and be informed how personal information is shared used. Other provisions involve notification of privacy procedures to the patient. HIPAA provisions that have led in many cases to extensive overhauling with regard to medical records and billing systems.

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For a historical note: This act was started because a women who was abused by her husband was hiding from him. He received one of her medical bills and found out where she was hiding. She appealed to Hilary Clinton or some Senator to do something about this matter so all people would be protected.

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