Are You A HIPAA Covered Entity?

HIPAA Covered Entity Decision Tool Did you know that HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act)-covered entities must also comply with standards for electronic transactions – not just privacy and security provisions? The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) offers a tool to help health care providers and organizations check whether or not they are considered HIPAA-covered entities. Visit the CMS Administrative Simplification website to learn about the standards and operating rules that are required for electronic health care transactions conducted by HIPAA-covered entities. Get the latest news about Administrative Simplification. Sign up for Administrative Simplification Email Updates. Visit our website at go.cms.gov/AdminSimp.