What is the term for a health care organization that is regulated under HIPAA?

The term "covered entity" refers to health care organizations that are regulated under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). Covered entities include health plans, health care clearinghouses, and health care providers who transmit any health information in electronic form in connection with a HIPAA transaction. These organizations are required to follow HIPAA regulations to protect patients' sensitive health information and ensure privacy and security in their operations.

The choice relating to health care plans, while important, does not encompass the full range of organizations covered by HIPAA regulations, which is why it's a less comprehensive option. Similarly, the term "authorized provider" is not a standardized classification under HIPAA and does not specifically denote regulatory coverage. "Participating provider" typically refers to health care providers that have a contract with insurance to provide services to its members, which also does not align with the broader regulatory context of HIPAA as it pertains to health information security. Therefore, "covered entity" is the precise term that encompasses all these health care sections under HIPAA regulation.