On December 20, 2000 President Clinton issued the much-anticipated Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) health care privacy regulations.
In July 2001, the Department of Health and Human Services issued information which answers common questions and clarifies information about the privacy regulations.
On August 14, 2002 HHS released the final rule for Privacy, as well as a Press Release and Fact Sheet.
October 8, 2002 The Office of Civil Rights has released some frequently asked questions about the Privacy regulations.
August 14, 2002 HHS released the final rule for Privacy, as well as a Press Release and Fact Sheet. Please see http://www.hhs.gov/ocr/hipaa/.
September 2008 Guidance on Communications with Family, Friends, or Others Involved in a Patient's Care Consumer Provider