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Summary

HIPAA, or the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act, is a US data protection regulation that protects electronic protected health information (e-PHI) in the healthcare industry. The regulation was introduced to maintain privacy and security of health data. It defines steep civil and criminal penalties for violations, making data handling a serious matter. Mobile Device Management with Miradore can help organizations comply with HIPAA by enforcing passcodes on devices, encrypting storage media, preparing routines for erasing lost data, controlling device functionality, ensuring software is up to date, looking into apps before installation, providing adequate security for wireless networks, and making sure small devices are adequately secured. By implementing these measures, organizations can reduce the risk of HIPAA violations and protect sensitive health information.