Health Technology Policy & Reform

Covers laws and regulations shaping the development, approval, adoption, and oversight of health technologies—such as digital health tools, telehealth, AI, software as a medical device, and health data platforms. Focuses on policy reform affecting FDA and CMS requirements, reimbursement, privacy and cybersecurity, interoperability, liability, and compliance for innovators, providers, and payers.

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The Health Data Privacy Gap Telehealth Apps Exploit — and How to Close It

May 1, 2026 • By Jack Gilbert

Many telehealth apps aren’t covered by HIPAA unless they work for a HIPAA “covered entity” or business associate, leaving user health data legally exposed. This gap allows apps to share or monetize sensitive information through analytics and third-party trackers with limited federal limits. This article explains where HIPAA stops, what laws may still apply, and […]