HIPAA cybersecurity requirements

The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) is a U.S. law enacted in 1996 to set national standards for safeguarding sensitive patient health information, ensuring it is not disclosed without consent. Enforced by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, HIPAA mandates healthcare entities to implement comprehensive security measures, including risk management, secure third-party applications, administrative protections, and access control, to protect electronic protected health information (ePHI). Organizations are required to conduct risk analyses to identify vulnerabilities and maintain security through technical, physical, and administrative safeguards. These safeguards are reinforced by policies and procedures tailored to the organization’s specific needs. Tabnine, an AI coding assistant, is highlighted for its compliance with HIPAA, offering secure and customizable coding solutions that ensure the protection of sensitive health data while enhancing software development processes.