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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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Kaiser Foundation Health Plan, Inc. Data Breach (2024)

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Kaiser Foundation Health Plan, Inc. data breach in CA affecting 13,400,000 individuals. Reported 2024-04-12.

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Kaiser Foundation Hospitals Data Breach (2024)

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Kaiser Foundation Hospitals data breach in CA affecting 44,600 individuals. Reported 2024-11-01.

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Kaiser Permanente Data Breach (2024)

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Kaiser Permanente data breach in CA affecting 150,000 individuals. Reported 2024-10-15.

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Kannact, Inc. Data Breach (2023)

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Kannact, Inc. data breach in OR affecting 103,547 individuals. Reported 2023-06-20.

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Kansas Joint & Spine Specialists Data Breach (2023)

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Kansas Joint & Spine Specialists data breach in KS affecting 83,869 individuals. Reported 2023-07-12.

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Kelly & Associates Insurance Group, Inc. Data Breach (2025)

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Kelly & Associates Insurance Group, Inc. data breach in MD affecting 553,332 individuals. Reported 2025-04-09.

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Kent County Community Mental Health Authority d/b/a Network180 Data Breach (2023)

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Kent County Community Mental Health Authority d/b/a Network180 data breach in MI affecting 59,334 individuals. Reported 2023-12-22.

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Kerber, Eck & Braeckel LLP Data Breach (2024)

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Kerber, Eck & Braeckel LLP data breach in IL affecting 134,918 individuals. Reported 2024-08-16.

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Keys Pathology Associates, PA Data Breach (2025)

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Keys Pathology Associates, PA data breach in FL affecting 20,000 individuals. Reported 2025-07-19.

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Klickitat Valley Health Data Breach (2025)

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Klickitat Valley Health data breach in WA affecting 26,339 individuals. Reported 2025-03-14.

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Kootenai Health Data Breach (2024)

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Kootenai Health data breach in ID affecting 464,088 individuals. Reported 2024-04-24.

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