Healthcare regulations and compliance

- [Instructor] Healthcare is an essential service that affects the lives of millions of people every day. To ensure that patients receive safe, high quality care, there are rules, standards, and guidelines that dictate how healthcare providers must protect patient privacy and security, regulate access to healthcare services, and enforce licensing requirements for professionals. One example of these regulations is the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act, better known as HIPAA, which sets standards for protecting patient data. Compliance with HIPAA requires organizations to implement policies, procedures, and systems to safeguard patient information and maintain accurate records. Failure to comply with healthcare regulations can result in consequences such as fines, legal action, loss of accreditation or licenses, damage to reputation, and even harm to patients. Therefore, it's essential for healthcare…