# The Criminal Enforcement of HIPAA: An Escalating Issue for Healthcare Providers ## Introduction The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) was enacted in 1996 with a key goal:
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# The Criminal Enforcement of HIPAA: An Escalating Issue for Healthcare Providers ## Introduction The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) was enacted in 1996 with a key goal: