The HIPAA Special Rights Notice is a document that outlines the rights of individuals under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), particularly regarding the portability of their health insurance and protections against pre-existing condition exclusions. This notice is typically sent by employers or health plan administrators. It is provided to participants in group health plans, including both employees and their dependents. The notice serves to inform individuals about their rights and protections under HIPAA, such as the ability to enroll in a group health plan without a pre-existing condition exclusion if they have had prior creditable coverage and special enrollment rights triggered by certain life events.