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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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IVF Michigan, P.C. data breach in MI affecting 9,383 individuals. Reported 2023-07-18.

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Illinois Gastroenterology Group, PLLC data breach in IL affecting 227,943 individuals. Reported 2022-04-22.

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Imagine360 data breach in PA affecting 132,807 individuals. Reported 2023-06-30.

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Independent Living Systems, LLC data breach in FL affecting 19,303 individuals. Reported 2023-12-08.

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Infinite Services, Inc. data breach in NY affecting 31,742 individuals. Reported 2025-07-21.

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Insulet Corporation data breach in MA affecting 29,000 individuals. Reported 2023-01-05.

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Insurance ACE/Humana Inc. data breach in KY affecting 12,539 individuals. Reported 2024-01-22.

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Intellihartx, LLC data breach in TN affecting 489,830 individuals. Reported 2023-06-08.

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Iron County Medical Center data breach in MO affecting 10,239 individuals. Reported 2025-06-18.

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