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HIPAA Wellness

Meaning

HIPAA Wellness refers to the specific set of rules and compliance requirements derived from the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) that govern how employers and health plans manage and protect the health information collected through workplace wellness programs. This framework ensures that any individually identifiable health data, including biometric screenings and hormonal test results, remains confidential and is not used for discriminatory purposes in employment or health coverage. It establishes the critical boundary between incentivizing health and protecting personal privacy.