Question:
How do CCPA and HIPAA intersect for a California-based practice?
Answer:
CPA does not apply to California Covered Entities and Business Associates following HIPAA rules i.e. there is an exemption for healthcare providers following HIPAA. So as long as you're in compliance with HIPAA, you're good to go. More information can be found in this guide.
References:
- CCPA exemptions here: https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/codes_displaySection.xhtml?sectionNum=1798.145.&nodeTreePath=8.4.52&lawCode=CIV
- Sections 1798.145(c)(1)(A) and 1798.145(c)(1)(B)
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