HIPAA

New and Updated

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  Quick Reference

  HIPAA Violation Categories and Penalty Amounts

  Updated to reflect increased HIPAA violation penalty amounts, effective for penalties assessed on or after October 6, 2023.

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  Employment Law Guide

  Health Information and Privacy (HIPAA): Federal

  Updated to reflect an HHS bulletin that addresses HIPAA privacy and the coronavirus.

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  Legal Timetable

  Health Plan Identifier Requirements No Longer in Effect

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  Editor's Choice

  Employee Wellness

  Enhanced to improve the organization and provide additional expository information.

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  Employment Law Guide

  Recordkeeping for Employee Benefit Purposes: Federal

  This section helps HR professionals understand their recordkeeping responsibilities under ERISA, COBRA, HIPAA, the FMLA and the PPACA.

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  Letters and Forms

  HIPAA Authorization for Release of Information to Employer for Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) Purposes Only

  An employer may use this form to obtain release from an employee to contact the employee's health care provider in circumstances where the FMLA permits. This form will ensure that employers remain compliant with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).

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  FAQs

  Are all health plans covered under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)?

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  FAQs

  Are dependents covered under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)?

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  FAQs

  May an employer charge more for the same benefit provided to different employees?