HIPAA stands for the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act. It is a law passed in 1996 to protect people’s private health information. This means that doctors, dentists, hospitals, and insurance companies must keep your medical records safe. They are not allowed to share your health details without your permission, unless the law allows it for special reasons.

Knowing about HIPAA is important for anyone who works in healthcare, even in small clinics or dental offices. If you see or work with patient information, you need to understand how to keep it private and secure. At HIPAA Training Academy, we make this easy. Our online course teaches you the rules, helps you stay legal, and gives you a certificate when you finish.