Can a civilian use a body camera without violating HIPAA as long as they are not recording?

Yes, a civilian can use a body camera without violating HIPAA as long as they are not recording any protected health information (PHI) or confidential patient information. It is important to be mindful of privacy laws and regulations when using a body camera in any setting, especially in healthcare environments.

Yes, a civilian can use a body camera without violating HIPAA as long as they are not recording. HIPAA protects the privacy of individuals' health information, but it does not apply to recordings that do not contain any protected health information (PHI). For example, if a civilian is using a body camera to record a public event, and the recording does not include any PHI, then the civilian is not violating HIPAA. However, if the civilian is using a body camera to record a medical procedure or conversation, and the recording contains PHI, then the civilian may be violating HIPAA.