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Data Governance Requirements: A Comprehensive Overview of HIPAA, FedRAMP, and GDPR
In today’s digital age, data governance has become a cornerstone of effective business operations, especially for organizations handling sensitive information. Data governance encompasses the policies, procedures, and standards that ensure data is managed properly, protected, and compliant with relevant regulations. Among the most prominent regulations are the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), the Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program (FedRAMP), and the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). Each of these frameworks addresses different aspects of data governance and compliance but shares a common goal: safeguarding sensitive data.
Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)
HIPAA is a U.S. law enacted in 1996, aimed at protecting the privacy and security of individuals’ medical information. It establishes standards for the protection of health information (PHI) and mandates compliance for healthcare providers, insurers, and any entity handling PHI.
Key Requirements:
- Privacy Rule: This rule sets standards for the protection of PHI, including patients’ rights to access and amend their health information. It also outlines the…
