The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has issued new and updated guidance on the HIPAA PrivacyRule, bringing clarity to how protected health information can be disclosed and accessed in today’s interconnected healthcare ecosystem.   Key Changes 1️⃣ Disclosures in Value-Based Care Arrangements Covered entities can disclose PHI without patient authorization if the disclosure is for treatment activities within value-based care frameworks (e.g., Accountable Care