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What federal agency is responsible for HIPAA compliance?

April 26, 2017agency compliance Federal hipaa responsible

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What federal agency is responsible for HIPAA compliance?

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The Office of Civil Rights (OCR) has jurisdiction over HIPAA compliance including: * Imposing civil penalties and making referrals for criminal prosecution * Making exception determinations Overseeing voluntary compliance through technical assistance and other means * Responding to questions regarding the rules and providing interpretation and guidance * Responding to state requests for exception determinations.