Fast Facts: What is a Covered Entity Under the HIPAA Privacy Rule

Organizations classified as "covered entities" (CEs) must comply with the HIPAA Privacy Rule.  Covered entities are defined as health care providers, health care plans, and health care clearinghouses.  Specifically, , these covered entities must comply with the Privacy Rule’s mandates for safeguarding a patient’s Protected Health Information (PHI).  To learn more about covered entities, please read our Fast Facts.