In this episode of What’s the Tea in L&E, Leah Stiegler sits down with Liz Heddleston, chair of Woods Rogers’ healthcare industry team, to unpack one of the most common client questions: how do HIPAA and ADA obligations intersect when employers are handling employee accommodations?
Leah and Liz clarify the scope of HIPAA, what counts as a “covered entity,” why employers aren’t automatically bound by HIPAA for all employee health information, and how privacy rules differ when accommodations are involved. They also explore the practical steps employers should take to safeguard confidential information, avoid missteps, and ensure compliance with both HIPAA and ADA requirements.
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