title: 8 things trustees should know (or do) about HIPAA.
abstract: Although trustees don't need to know the specific details of HIPAA regulations, they should have a broad understanding, ensure that their organization has begun compliance efforts, and monitor those efforts regularly.
authors.forename: Jan
authors.initials: J
authors.lastname: Greene
mesh_terms: D002017:Budgets; D016494:Computer Security; D003219:Confidentiality; D006075:Governing Board; D019983:Guideline Adherence / Q000331:legislation & jurisprudence / Q000458:organization & administration*; D017408:Guidelines as Topic; D020408:Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act; D006751:Hospital Information Systems / Q000331:legislation & jurisprudence*; D011361:Professional Competence; D014341:Trustees; D014481:United States