My company HR is saying that since the company isn't a medical provider, HIPPA doesn't apply so they can demand to know my vaccine status. I don't think that's correct is it?
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That angle is interesting. The moment they have your info though, they would be required to follow HIPPA guidelines. Those guidelines should be in place before asking?
If they want into the game, then they have to play by the rules.
Always a good source of information:
https://americasfrontlinedoctors.org/legal/
I guess employers can ask?
https://www.hhs.gov/hipaa/for-individuals/employers-health-information-workplace/index.html?language=en
The only thing I will give them is the number to my primary care physician's office.