HITECH Act
The Health Information Technology for Economic and Clinical Health Act introduced in 2009 that amplified obligations for covered entities and business associates around security controls, breach reporting, enforcement consequences, and new patient rights.
Used in courses
Careers that use HITECH Act
- How to Become a Health Information Technologist — HIT, Data & EHR Career Path — Become a health information technologist (HIT). Healthcare data standards, ICD-10/CPT coding, quality management, EHR analytics, and reimbursement workflows.
- How to Become a Medical Assistant — Clinical & Administrative Career Path — Discover how to become a medical assistant in 9-12 months. Learn about training programs, certification options, and salary expectations.
- How to Become an EMT or Paramedic — Emergency Medical Services Career Path — Become an EMT in 3-6 months or paramedic in 1-2 years. National Registry certification, ambulance experience, and clear career ladder.
- How to Become a First Aid Responder — Workplace & Community Emergency Career Path — Become a first aid responder. Industrial, event, school, and workplace emergency roles with 6-60 hours of training depending on level.