Downloadable HIPAA Policies
HIPAA requires employers to have privacy policies in place that protect the confidentiality and security of protected health information. These forms provide the tools you need to comply and help you:
- Reduce the risk of fines for noncompliance
- Understand the latest breach notification regulations
- Train employees on HIPAA procedures
Includes:
- HIPAA Privacy and Security Policy — Explains why employers collect protected health information, and the rights and responsibilities of employees under HIPAA. Updated to explain to employees how to report a breach of protected health information as required by the new HIPAA notification rules.
- Employee Authorization for Release of Health Information — Used to obtain an employee’s authorization for the release of health information to or by any third party – complies with HIPAA authorization requirements.
- HIPAA Certificate of Creditable Coverage — Provides written proof of health coverage and must be given to employees upon termination of benefits.
- Manager / Employee Acknowledgment of HIPAA Obligations — Documents that managers are trained to safeguard the privacy and security of protected health information and understand their obligation to report a breach of protected health information.
Insurance companies, doctors' offices and hospitals have additional obligations not covered by these products, such as training on patient rights.