This course gives you a basic understanding of the US regulation, Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 or HIPPA as it is commonly known. The training provides a broader view of the legal and governing background of HIPAA along with the various rules and standards associated with it. In recent years, with the increase in the number of health data breaches, HIPAA has gained a lot of prominence in the healthcare arena. While cyberattacks and ransomware attacks add to the agonies of health insurers and providers, HIPAA assures security and protection.