hipaa-compliance
hipaa-compliance is an code AI skill with a core value of Implement HIPAA security and privacy rules. It
helps developers solve real-world problems in the code domain, boosting
efficiency, automating repetitive tasks, and optimizing workflows.
Implement HIPAA security and privacy rules. Configure PHI protections and BAA requirements. Use when handling healthcare data.
Quick Facts
mkdir -p ./skills/hipaa-compliance && curl -sfL https://raw.githubusercontent.com/sickn33/antigravity-awesome-skills/main/skills/hipaa-compliance/SKILL.md -o ./skills/hipaa-compliance/SKILL.md Run in terminal / PowerShell. Requires curl (Unix) or PowerShell 5+ (Windows).
Skill Content
# HIPAA Compliance
Implement HIPAA Security Rule, Privacy Rule, and Breach Notification Rule requirements for systems that create, receive, maintain, or transmit electronic Protected Health Information (ePHI).
When to Use
- Building or operating systems that handle electronic Protected Health Information
- Configuring cloud infrastructure for HIPAA-eligible workloads
- Establishing Business Associate Agreements with vendors
- Implementing technical safeguards for PHI protection
- Preparing for HIPAA compliance audits or OCR investigations
HIPAA Rules and Safeguards
security_rule:
administrative_safeguards:
164.308_a_1: "Security Management Process"
actions:
- Conduct risk analysis (required)
- Implement risk management program (required)
- Apply sanction policy for violations (required)
- Review information system activity (required)
164.308_a_3: "Workforce Security"
actions:
- Authorization/supervision procedures (addressable)
- Workforce clearance procedure (addressable)
- Termination procedures (addressable)
164.308_a_4: "Information Access Management"
actions:
- Access authorization policies (addressable)
- Access establishment and modification (addressable)
- Isolate healthcare clearinghouse functions (required)
164.308_a_5: "Security Awareness and Training"
actions:
- Security reminders (addressable)
- Protection from malicious software (addressable)
- Log-in monitoring (addressable)
- Password management (addressable)
164.308_a_6: "Security Incident Procedures"
actions:
- Response and reporting procedures (required)
164.308_a_7: "Contingency Plan"
actions:
- Data backup plan (required)
- Disaster recovery plan (required)
- Emergency mode operation plan (required)
- Testing and revision procedures (addressable)
- Applications and data criticality analysis (addressable)
164.308_a_8: "Evaluation"
actions:
- Periodic technical and nontechnical evaluation (required)
physical_safeguards:
164.310_a: "Facility Access Controls"
164.310_b: "Workstation Use"
164.310_c: "Workstation Security"
164.310_d: "Device and Media Controls"
technical_safeguards:
164.312_a: "Access Control"
actions:
- Unique user identification (required)
- Emergency access procedure (required)
- Automatic logoff (addressable)
- Encryption and decryption (addressable)
164.312_b: "Audit Controls"
actions:
- Implement hardware/software/procedural mechanisms to record and examine access (required)
164.312_c: "Integrity"
actions:
- Mechanism to authenticate ePHI (addressable)
164.312_d: "Person or Entity Authentication"
actions:
- Verify identity of person/entity seeking access (required)
164.312_e: "Transmission Security"
actions:
- Integrity controls (addressable)
- Encryption (addressable)
privacy_rule:
minimum_necessary: "Limit PHI use, disclosure, and requests to minimum necessary"
individual_rights: "Access, amendment, accounting of disclosures, restrictions"
notice_of_practices: "Provide notice of privacy practices to individuals"
breach_notification_rule:
individual_notification: "Within 60 days of discovery"
hhs_notification: "Annual for <500 records; within 60 days for 500+"
media_notification: "Required when 500+ individuals in a state/jurisdiction"Technical Safeguards Implementation Checklist
encryption_requirements:
at_rest:
standard: AES-256
aws_services:
- [ ] RDS encryption enabled (KMS managed key)
- [ ] S3 bucket default encryption (SSE-KMS)
- [ ] EBS volume encryption enabled
- [ ] DynamoDB table encryption (KMS)
- [ ] ElastiCache encryption at rest enabled
- [ ] Redshift cluster encryption enabled
- [ ] EFS encryption enabled
azure_se🎯 Best For
- Security auditors
- DevSecOps teams
- Compliance officers
- UI designers
- Product designers
💡 Use Cases
- Auditing dependencies for known CVEs
- Scanning API endpoints for auth gaps
- Generating component mockups
- Creating design system tokens
📖 How to Use This Skill
- 1
Install the Skill
Copy the install command from the Terminal tab and run it. The SKILL.md file downloads to your local skills directory.
- 2
Load into Your AI Assistant
Open Claude and reference the skill. Paste the SKILL.md content or use the system prompt tab.
- 3
Apply hipaa-compliance to Your Work
Open your project in the AI assistant and ask it to apply the skill. Start with a small module to verify the output quality.
- 4
Review and Refine
Review AI suggestions before committing. Run tests, check for regressions, and iterate on the skill output.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Can this replace a dedicated SAST tool?
AI-based security review is complementary to SAST tools. Use it as a first-pass filter, not a replacement.
Does this work with Figma?
Some design skills integrate with Figma plugins. Check the Works With section for supported tools.
Is hipaa-compliance compatible with Cursor and VS Code?
Yes — this skill works with any AI coding assistant including Cursor, VS Code with Copilot, and JetBrains IDEs.
Do I need specific dependencies for hipaa-compliance?
Check the install command and Works With section. Most code skills only require the AI assistant and your codebase.
How do I install hipaa-compliance?
Copy the install command from the Terminal tab and run it. The skill downloads to ./skills/hipaa-compliance/SKILL.md, ready to use.
⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid
Only scanning surface-level issues
Deep security review requires understanding your app architecture, not just regex patterns.
Skipping usability testing
AI-generated designs should be validated with real users before development.
Skipping validation
Always test AI-generated code changes, even for simple refactors.
Missing dependency updates
Check if the skill requires updated dependencies or new packages.