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OCR maintains a central index of HIPAA guidance materials

The HHS guidance index collects official explanatory material across Privacy, Security, and Breach Notification topics.

· Last verified August 29, 2026

Record details

Classification
guidance
Published date
April 7, 2026
Source
HHS Office for Civil Rights

What this record says

Guidance can explain how OCR applies or understands HIPAA requirements, but it is not the same thing as a new final regulation. The official HHS guidance index links topic-specific materials for covered entities, business associates, and individuals. Verify the linked source and its date whenever guidance is used to support an operational decision.

Who should review this

  • Covered entities
  • Business associates
  • Compliance teams

Core concepts

  • Privacy Rule
  • Security Rule
  • Breach Notification Rule
  • official guidance

References

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