HIPAA Privacy Information for Human Subjects Researchers

This site discusses the use or disclosure of PHI by covered entities for research purposes.  Below is a HIPAA and Research Quick Reference document.  Links to additional useful information appear on the left menu.


HIPAA and Research Quick Reference

The Quick Reference document is selected text from the HIPAA Privacy guidance document published by the HHS Office of Civil Rights.  (To see the entire document, use the link under Useful Links on the left.)  Use the following index to navigate quickly through the document.

Introduction to Guidance Development
Background on the Privacy Rule
How the Rule Works
Research Use/Disclosure Without Authorization
Research Use/Disclosure With Individual Authorization
Accounting for Research Disclosures
Transition Provisions
Frequently Asked Questions

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