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Madmallardyesterday at 11:26 PM2 repliesview on HN

How does this not violate HIPAA?


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arjieyesterday at 11:47 PM

How is HIPAA relevant here? Samsung isn't a covered entity. HIPAA is not just "I have some health data" freebie. Might as well ask why it doesn't violate Sarbanes-Oxley or Jim Crow.

codingdaveyesterday at 11:33 PM

Because HIPAA only applies to specific people and organizations who have a formal role in your health care. It is not a universal law applicable to everyone, and Samsung is not your healthcare provider, insurer, nor part of any related entity.