HIPAA Soundproofing
Under the HIPAA Privacy Rule, covered entities must implement safeguards to protect against the unauthorized use or disclosure of PHI. Such safeguards may include HIPAA “soundproofing” measures designed to protect patient privacy. Note, though, that soundproofing measures are no substitute for a thorough HIPAA compliance program that covers all aspects of the HIPAA rules. What are HIPAA Soundproofing Measures? The HIPAA Privacy Rule does not require retrofitting of hospitals [...]