Self-Funded Plans are HIPAA Covered Entities

Self-funded health plans are HIPAA Covered Entities and must protect their participant’s health information. They must also take steps to ensure that their business partners protect the health information by requiring that they sign a Business Associate Agreement confirming the partners’ commitment to comply with HIPAA. Click here for a brief overview of HIPAA, an explanation of HIPAA’s relevance to self-funded plans, and practical steps for instituting and maintaining HIPAA compliance within your plan.