Who do you file a complaintHIPAA?

To file a complaint regarding a violation of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), you can contact the Office for Civil Rights (OCR) within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). Complaints can be submitted online through the HHS website, via mail, or by phone. It’s important to file your complaint within 180 days of the incident. You also have the option to file a complaint with the healthcare provider or health plan involved.