HHS Releases HIPAA Bulletin in Wake of California Wildfires

Health Leaders: Following the public health emergency (PHE) declaration in the state of California due to wildfires, HHS released a bulletin covering HIPAA waivers and disclosures during emergency situations.

The waiver applies only in the emergency area during the PHE, to hospitals that have instituted disaster protocol, and for up to 72 hours from the time the hospital implements its disaster protocol.

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