What is the fine for unintentional violations of HIPAA?

The fine for unintentional violations of HIPAA is indeed $100 per violation. This fine applies when an individual or entity does not know, and by exercising reasonable diligence would not have known, that they violated the HIPAA rules. This reflects a tiered enforcement approach that allows for a more lenient penalty for those who unintentionally breach the regulations, encouraging compliance and providing a pathway to correct the issue without imposing excessively punitive measures.

While the other options indicate different amounts, they pertain to other categories of violations under HIPAA. For example, higher fines apply for willful neglect or violations that occur more intentionally or with a minimum level of negligence. The tiered structure of the fines signifies that the severity of the violation influences the penalty, supporting the overall goal of ensuring that entities comply while also recognizing the differences in the nature of the violations.