What is HIPAA? Why was it passed

1. Discussion and Research the following question: What is HIPAA? Why was it passed? What are the potential benefits to healthcare organizations by complying with HIPAA standards? What are the potential drawbacks (see Glandon, Smaltz, and Slovensky (2013); P.110.)? Your research must consist of at least five pages, noting at least four current peer reviews articles APA in-text formatted.

2. To ensure compliance with the law and regulations, health care providers need to implement and maintain an effective corporate compliance plan. What are the advantages and disadvantages of creating and effective corporate compliance plan?