It's likely that you'll need both. OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) establishes and enforces safety standards in workplaces. In healthcare, important standards include the Bloodborne Pathogen Standard and the Hazard Communication Standard. An OSHA manual, which is a requirement, should encompass your exposure control plan, detailing procedures, personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements, and employee exposure assessments
On the other hand, HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) applies to all healthcare providers who electronically transmit health information. These transactions can range from claims and benefit eligibility inquiries to referral authorization requests and other activities for which the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has set standards under the HIPAA Transactions Rule. Therefore, a HIPAA manual is crucial for compliance in these areas.