HITECH Act
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The HITECH Act is a law that requires healthcare organizations to notify people if there has been a data breach involving their private medical information. For example, if a hacker accessed patient records from a hospital's computer system, the hospital would have to let those patients know about the breach.
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HIPAA Breach Notification Requirements: A Step-by-Step Guide for Healthcare Providers in 2024
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