View all text of Subpart A [§ 164.102 - § 164.106]
§ 164.104 - Applicability.
(a) Except as otherwise provided, the standards, requirements, and implementation specifications adopted under this part apply to the following entities:
(1) A health plan.
(2) A health care clearinghouse.
(3) A health care provider who transmits any health information in electronic form in connection with a transaction covered by this subchapter.
(b) Where provided, the standards, requirements, and implementation specifications adopted under this part apply to a business associate.