NSHE is a Hybrid Covered Entity under HIPAA, which means that they are allowed to designate which parts of NSHE are covered. Those entities and programs that are covered are free to share health care information with each other for legitimate purposes. Those entities or programs that are not covered may not receive or obtain access to identifiable health information unless authorized by the patient

The Chancellor of NSHE has designated the covered programs and departments. This may be changed from time to time. Any program or department that is not covered is not required to follow any aspect of the Privacy or Security Rules.

NSHE designates UNLV's health care components as follows:

UNLV

• University of Nevada, Las Vegas School of Medicine, as a hybrid covered entity, and as an Organized Health Care Arrangement with its affiliated practice clinics;
• University of Nevada, Las Vegas Ackerman Center for Autism and Neurodevelopment Solutions;
• Dental School and any associated clinics;
• The Student Wellness unit which includes: Student Health Center, Pharmacy and Laboratory, Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS); and Faculty and Staff Treatment Center (FAST);
• Athletic Training Department;
• Center for Individual and Family Counseling;
• Center for Health Information Analysis;
• National Supercomputing Center for Energy and the Environment;
• The PRACTICE (a community mental health training clinic);
• Marriage and Family Therapy clinic;
• Nevada Institute of Personalized Medicine.

Additional information can be found in the Nevada System of Higher Education Procedures and Guidelines Manual

Extensive information about HIPPA is available from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. The American Psychological Association also maintains a list of useful FAQs.