p>If an organization doesn’t comply with HIPAA standards, they are in violation with standards and provisions detailed in 45 CFR Parts 160, 162, and 164. There are hundreds of ways HIPAA rules can be violated, some common violations include:
Disclosing protected health information (PHI) without permission Unauthorized access of PHI Failure to terminate access rights to PHI when no longer required Improper disposal of PHI Failure to terminate access rights to PHI when no longer required Theft of patient records Failure to provide HIPAA training and security awareness training
For more information, review Understanding the Basics and Key Requirements of HIPAA Compliance.