Reporting HIPAA Violations FAQ
HIPAA violations are serious transgressions. Reporting violations is important since it helps protect others from being affected by the same HIPAA breach. Navigating the complex world of HIPAA violations can be overwhelming; because of this, it is important to know how to report them.
Firstly, healthcare workers should be aware of the most common HIPAA violations in order to report them should they occur. HIPAA violations should be reported by the employee to either an employer or to the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS).