Exposed: The Hidden Market for Your Health Data (And How to Opt Out)
Fri Feb 06 2026
Your health data may be for sale — without you ever knowing.
In this episode of the HIPAA Insider Show, we uncover the invisible industry of health data brokers and how so-called “de-identified” medical records are legally sold to advertisers, insurers, and third parties.
Host Adam Z. is joined by Dr. Edward Sharpless, Co-Founder of HealthConsent, to discuss:
How health data is monetized behind the scenes
Why “de-identified” doesn’t always mean anonymous
The loopholes in U.S. health privacy laws
Where HIPAA protections stop
How individuals and employees can automate their privacy rights and opt out of data sales
This episode is essential listening for anyone concerned about medical data privacy, patient rights, and who truly controls health information in the U.S.
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Your health data may be for sale — without you ever knowing. In this episode of the HIPAA Insider Show, we uncover the invisible industry of health data brokers and how so-called “de-identified” medical records are legally sold to advertisers, insurers, and third parties. Host Adam Z. is joined by Dr. Edward Sharpless, Co-Founder of HealthConsent, to discuss: How health data is monetized behind the scenes Why “de-identified” doesn’t always mean anonymous The loopholes in U.S. health privacy laws Where HIPAA protections stop How individuals and employees can automate their privacy rights and opt out of data sales This episode is essential listening for anyone concerned about medical data privacy, patient rights, and who truly controls health information in the U.S. Learn more about HealthConsent:https://myhealthconsent.org Learn more about HIPAA Vault:https://www.hipaavault.com/?utm_source=spotify&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=health_data Interested in being a guest on the HIPAA Insider Show?https://www.hipaavault.com/podcast-guest/?utm_source=spotify&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=health_data