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The MedicalRecords.com glossary covers medical records terminology, healthcare IT acronyms, insurance terms, clinical vocabulary, regulatory terms (HIPAA, HITECH), and EHR/EMR industry definitions. It is designed for patients, healthcare professionals, and technology buyers seeking clear explanations.

What does EMR stand for in healthcare?

EMR stands for Electronic Medical Record. It is a digital version of the paper charts kept in a clinician's office, containing a patient's medical and treatment history from a single practice. Unlike EHRs (Electronic Health Records), EMRs are not typically designed to share information outside the practice.

What is HIPAA and why does it matter for medical records?

HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) is a federal law that establishes standards to protect sensitive patient health information. Under HIPAA, patients have the right to access and obtain copies of their medical records, and covered entities must respond to records requests within 30 days.

What is the difference between an EHR and an EMR?

An EMR (Electronic Medical Record) is a digital record used within a single practice. An EHR (Electronic Health Record) is designed to be shared across multiple healthcare settings — different physicians, hospitals, labs, and specialists — giving a broader view of a patient's care history.

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BELLIN HEALTH Data Breach (2023)

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BELLIN HEALTH data breach in WI affecting 20,790 individuals. Reported 2023-12-19.

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Baesman Group, Inc. data breach in OH affecting 24,757 individuals. Reported 2023-08-17.

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Bako Diagnostics Data Breach (2022)

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Bako Diagnostics data breach in GA affecting 25,745 individuals. Reported 2022-02-25.

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Baptist Medical Center data breach in TX affecting 1,608,549 individuals. Reported 2022-06-15.

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Bay Area Community Health Data Breach (2026)

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Bay Area Community Health data breach in CA affecting 9,912 individuals. Reported 2026-01-16.

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Bay Bridge Administrators, LLC Data Breach (2022)

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Bay Bridge Administrators, LLC data breach in TX affecting 187,742 individuals. Reported 2022-12-30.

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Beech Acres Parenting Center Data Breach (2025)

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Beech Acres Parenting Center data breach in OH affecting 19,315 individuals. Reported 2025-08-22.

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Behavioral Health Resources Data Breach (2025)

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Behavioral Health Resources data breach in WA affecting 49,213 individuals. Reported 2025-01-17.

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Bell Ambulance, Inc. Data Breach (2025)

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Bell Ambulance, Inc. data breach in WI affecting 73,298 individuals. Reported 2025-04-14.

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Berkshire Farm Center & Services for Youth data breach in NY affecting 23,058 individuals. Reported 2022-09-16.

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Beverly Hills Oncology Medical Group Data Breach (2025)

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Beverly Hills Oncology Medical Group data breach in CA affecting 57,655 individuals. Reported 2025-10-31.

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Bienville Orthopaedic Specialists LLC Data Breach (2023)

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Bienville Orthopaedic Specialists LLC data breach in MS affecting 242,986 individuals. Reported 2023-09-05.

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Black Hills Regional Eye Institute Data Breach (2025)

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Black Hills Regional Eye Institute data breach in SD affecting 106,763 individuals. Reported 2025-03-31.

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Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas Data Breach (2025)

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Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas data breach in IL affecting 12,086 individuals. Reported 2025-04-13.

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Blue Shield of California Data Breach (2025)

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Blue Shield of California data breach in CA affecting 4,700,000 individuals. Reported 2025-04-09.

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Bone & Joint Clinic, S.C. data breach in WI affecting 105,094 individuals. Reported 2023-03-13.

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Bradford Health Services, LLC Data Breach (2024)

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Bradford Health Services, LLC data breach in AL affecting 28,543 individuals. Reported 2024-02-06.

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Bridgeway Center, Inc. Data Breach (2024)

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Bridgeway Center, Inc. data breach in FL affecting 36,353 individuals. Reported 2024-04-19.

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Brooklyn Premier Orthopedics Data Breach (2023)

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Brooklyn Premier Orthopedics data breach in NY affecting 48,459 individuals. Reported 2023-10-06.

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Bryan County Ambulance Authority Data Breach (2022)

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Bryan County Ambulance Authority data breach in OK affecting 14,273 individuals. Reported 2022-05-18.

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Buffalo Surgery Center Data Breach (2025)

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Buffalo Surgery Center data breach in NY affecting 64,000 individuals. Reported 2025-01-04.

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Burr & Forman LLP data breach in AL affecting 19,893 individuals. Reported 2024-01-09.

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