
What Do the Letters HIPAA Stand For?
HIPAA. It’s an acronym that pops up all the time in healthcare, yet not everyone knows what it stands for or why it’s so important. If you're working in healthcare or even just interacting with it, it's worth understanding what HIPAA means and why it's such a big deal. This article will break down the fundamentals of HIPAA, what each letter signifies, and why it matters to both healthcare providers and patients. We'll also look at how modern tools, like Feather, can help navigate the complexity of HIPAA compliance while boosting productivity.