What does the Security Rule establish?

The Security Rule establishes standards specifically focused on the protection of electronic personal health information (ePHI). This regulation is part of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and is designed to ensure that covered entities implement necessary safeguards to protect the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of ePHI. The rule outlines administrative, physical, and technical safeguards that healthcare organizations must implement to secure electronic data against unauthorized access and breaches. By concentrating on ePHI, the Security Rule plays a crucial role in maintaining patient privacy and ensuring data security in the healthcare environment.

In contrast, the other options pertain to different aspects of healthcare regulations and practices. Standards for patient consultation, guidelines for medical billing, and regulations on health insurance providers address distinct areas of healthcare operations, but they do not specifically focus on the security measures mandated for the protection of electronic health information as set forth by the Security Rule.