HIPAA makes numerous references to electronic transactions. What can be classified as an electronic transaction?
“Electronic transactions” refers to any communication that is stored or transmitted electronically, or that has been stored or transmitted electronically in the past. Examples of the data covered include databases, tapes and disks. Among the transmission methods covered are the Internet and office networks. Specific transaction types include claims, claim status, remittance, eligibility, referrals and authorizations.
