Web-Based HIPAA Training

HIPPA is the acronym for Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act which governs how medical, health files are stored and transported electronically. HIPPA is the standard for privacy and security of patients and their health records. HIPPA is a federal legislation and those who work with health records in a hospital, research center and other medical facilities are required to receive training.

Content

• The content of a web-based HIPPA training course covers all aspects of privacy and security concerning patients, their health records, the storing, and electronic and physical transportation of the records. The material covered in all web-based HIPPA training courses uses examples where a patient's privacy is at risk and how to handle it. The training includes the history of HIPPA, changes in legislation, who is entitled to information about a patient, rules regarding insurance, with a quiz designed to test your knowledge.

Certification

• Once you have completed the HIPPA training you are able to print your certificate. The other certifications available for HIPPA are Certified HIPPA Privacy Associate (CHPA), Certified HIPPA Privacy Expert (CHPE), Certified HIPPA Security (CHPS) and Certified HIPPA Privacy Security (CHPPS). You may opt for the basic certification to comply with the minimum standards of the federal legislation.

Fees

• The cost of training will vary according to the organization and level of certification you are seeking. The universities and hospitals may offer free certification through websites. The fees cover access to the training course and materials required for study. With some organizations, you will receive free support during your course. The options to train with an instructor or self-study are also a component to the web-based HIPPA training courses. To work with an instructor means you will pay more for your courses than a self-study course.