UVM College of Medicine - Research - HIPAA Privacy and Human Research

HIPAA Privacy and Human Research
The Privacy Law, Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act
Welcome to our HIPAA and Human Research homepage. HIPAA (the Health Insurance and Portability and Accountability Act of 1996) is federal legislation that will have an impact on how we conduct research involving specific health information. This website will direct you to both University of Vermont and Fletcher Allen Health Care information and links to other HIPAA resources. Background - What is the Privacy Rule? Introductory Article - IRB Newsletter Excellent summary by Partners Health Care Inc. HIPAA Research Sessions PowerPoint Presentations HIPAA Glossary HIPAA Frequently Asked Questions Finalized Policies, Procedures and Forms Links to HIPAA Resources: US Office for Civil Rights (OCR) HIPAA website OCR Guidance Explaining Significant Aspects of the Privacy Rule (See the Research Section) 8/9/02 Final Rule (Full Regulation Text of Modified Final Rule) Association of American Medical Colleges HIPAA Information The UVM IRB (serving both UVM and FAHC)