HIPAA regulations can be extensive, complex and subject to change and interpretation as to the specifics and best practices, so this resource page is only meant as an outline and guide and not a complete checklist. Covered entities bear the final responsibility for their own compliance with all HIPAA regulations and guidelines. HIPAA is meant to protect privacy and confidential health information while creating a framework for sharing information that provides patient benefits like making faster diagnoses, matching patients with medical technology and collaborating on health care.