Revisiting HIPAA: Practical Applications for the Modern Plastic Surgeon
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2026
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Abstract
Abstract The protection of sensitive patient information is central to modern healthcare delivery and is legally established through the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). For plastic surgery practices, HIPAA compliance presents unique and increasingly complex challenges regarding clinical photography, public-facing marketing, and digital communication. We conducted a focused review to synthesize essential regulatory principles, common pitfalls, and practical strategies for maintaining compliance when creating or operating a plastic surgery practice. We outline historical developments of HIPAA, foundational Privacy and Security Rule requirements, and considerations specific to photography, metadata, electronic communication, and patient consent. Further, we describe common violations encountered in routine workflows and the associated civil and criminal penalties enforced by the Office for Civil Rights. By providing practical, specialty-specific guidance, this article aims to help plastic surgeons strengthen patient privacy protections without compromising clinical efficiency, thus reinforcing the trust at the core of the patient-provider relationship.
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| Authors | Myiah P Quach, M Kristine Carbullido, Jasmine Craig, Peter J. Wirth, Ellen C Via, Venkat K. Rao |
| Journal | Aesthetic Surgery Journal Open Forum |
| Year | 2026 |
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10.1093/asjof/ojag096
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