Which HIPAA Rule focuses on electronic health information security?

The Security Rule is specifically designed to protect electronic health information, establishing standards for safeguarding this type of data. It outlines the necessary administrative, physical, and technical safeguards that covered entities and their business associates must implement to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of electronic protected health information (ePHI). This rule addresses how to properly manage and secure ePHI to prevent unauthorized access, maintain data safety, and protect patients' privacy.

The Privacy Rule, while also important, focuses more broadly on the protection of health information in all forms, including oral and written, rather than specifically targeting electronic information. The Breach Notification Rule pertains to the procedures that must be followed in case of a data breach involving protected health information, and the Compliance Rule is not a distinct rule under HIPAA; rather, it refers to the overall requirement for entities to adhere to HIPAA regulations. Thus, the Security Rule is the one that directly addresses the security of electronic health information.