Complying with HIPAA in California: What Healthcare and Business Attorneys Should Know

David Holt
David Holt | Holt Law

David Holt is the founder and CEO of Holt Law, a Minnesota and California-licensed firm that helps healthcare entrepreneurs navigate their industry's unique legal challenges. Drawing on extensive experience advising healthcare professionals, medical spa owners, and group home operators, David specializes in regulatory frameworks and liability protection for group homes and licensed residential care settings.

On-Demand: September 5, 2025

1 hour CLE

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Program Summary

This presentation is tailored for legal professionals advising healthcare entrepreneurs and medical spa operators in California. We'll provide a comprehensive outline of the intricate web of regulations governing client confidentiality and data security in the healthcare industry. We'll dissect the core requirements of HIPAA compliance and explain how it applies to businesses handling protected health information. We'll also dive into the nuances of California's state laws, which often impose additional and more stringent obligations on providers. Attendees will gain the knowledge and tools necessary to counsel their clients effectively, mitigate legal exposure, and confidently navigate the complex regulatory landscape of California's healthcare industry.

Key topics to be discussed:

  • Navigating the distinction between federal and state mandates
  • Identifying common legal pitfalls and liability risks
  • Developing and implementing robust policies and procedures to ensure compliance
  • Understanding the legal ramifications of data breaches and violations

This course is co-sponsored with myLawCLE.

Closed-captioning available

Speakers

David Holt | Holt Law

David Holt is the founder and CEO of Holt Law, a Minnesota and California-licensed firm that helps healthcare entrepreneurs navigate their industry’s unique legal challenges. Drawing on extensive experience advising healthcare professionals, medical spa owners, and group home operators, David specializes in regulatory frameworks and liability protection for group homes and licensed residential care settings. His expertise enables clients to grow their businesses with confidence and sustainability. Beyond his legal practice, David is the Founder and CEO of DocuHealth, a platform that makes essential legal documents and training accessible to healthcare professionals. In addition to leading Holt Law, David is the author of an upcoming book on healthcare legal strategies for business owners, set to launch in 2025. When he isn’t practicing law, David can be found traveling, cold plunging, working out, speaking, hosting his firm podcast and weekly educational show, and advocating for improvements at the intersection of healthcare and legal compliance. Learn more about David’s work and Holt Law at djholtlaw.com.

Agenda

I. Navigating the distinction between federal and state mandates | 1:00pm – 1:15pm

II. Identifying common legal pitfalls and liability risks | 1:15pm – 1:30pm

III. Developing and implementing robust policies and procedures to ensure compliance | 1:30pm – 1:45pm

IV. Understanding the legal ramifications of data breaches and violations | 1:45pm – 2:00pm

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