Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) 

The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act, or HIPAA, is a law that protects the privacy and security of people’s medical information. It makes sure that doctors, hospitals, and insurance companies keep your health records safe and private. HIPAA sets rules about who can see or share your personal health details, like medical history or treatment plans. This law helps prevent your information from being shared without your permission and makes sure that only the right people, like your doctors or insurance provider, have access to it. In short, HIPAA keeps your medical information secure and helps protect your privacy.