
Affiliated Covered Entity Under HIPAA: What You Need to Know
Understanding how to navigate the intricacies of patient data privacy can feel like wandering through a maze. Among these intricacies, the concept of an Affiliated Covered Entity (ACE) under HIPAA is crucial for healthcare organizations that share common ownership or control. Let's break down what it means to be an ACE under HIPAA, how it affects healthcare entities, and why it's so important.