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A unanimous Federal Trade Commission (FTC) ruling extends its authority over data security to include HIPAA covered entities. Historically, the role of the FTC has been to protect consumers and police unfair business practices.
Hospitals, Physicians May be subject to Broader Penalties for Data Breaches
Key Takeaway: A unanimous Federal Trade Commission (FTC) ruling extends its authority over data security to include HIPAA covered entities. Historically, the role of the FTC has been to protect consumers and police unfair business practices.
Why it Matters: This ruling makes very real the possibility that hospitals and physicians who experience data breaches are subject to HIPAA enforcement actions, as well as penalties issued by the FTC.
