Download this free HIPAA Glossary to quickly understand essential terms used in HIPAA privacy, security, breach notification, training, and audit-readiness work.

This glossary is designed for healthcare providers, covered entities, business associates, SaaS vendors, consultants, compliance teams, and staff who work with PHI or ePHI.

Inside, you’ll find clear definitions for key HIPAA concepts like PHI, ePHI, Covered Entity, Business Associate, BAA, Minimum Necessary, Notice of Privacy Practices, Risk Analysis, Safeguards, Security Incident, Breach Notification, Access Control, Audit Controls, Transmission Security, and more.

Use it as a quick-reference guide for onboarding, staff training, compliance discussions, policy reviews, and internal education.

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Disclaimer: Not legal advice. Does not guarantee HIPAA compliance. Not affiliated with HHS, OCR, or any government entity.