HIPAA Compliance Made Clear
Are You HIPAA Compliant? Key Questions to Ask
Are you a business associate?
Business associates are entities that perform functions or activities on behalf of covered entities that involve access to protected health information.
Do you ever bill health insurance – Medicare, Medicaid/MediCal, or private health plans?
If you bill insurance directly, you're likely a covered entity under HIPAA and must comply with all regulations.
Do you sell through medical providers and work with cancer patients?
Working with sensitive patient populations requires enhanced privacy protections and compliance measures.
Have you ever signed a HIPAA Business Associate Agreement?
BAAs are required contracts that establish HIPAA compliance responsibilities between covered entities and business associates.
Do you self-fund the health plan for your employees?
Self-funded health plans are considered covered entities and must comply with HIPAA Privacy and Security Rules.
Critical 2025 HIPAA Security Rule Updates
New proposed requirements that will significantly impact compliance obligations
Mandatory Audit & Verification Requirements
Annual Compliance Audits
Regulated entities must conduct compliance audits at least once every 12 months to ensure Security Rule compliance
Business Associate Verification
Business associates must verify covered entities' technical safeguards annually through written analysis by subject matter experts
Technical Safeguards Analysis
Written analysis of electronic information systems and certification of accuracy required annually
Risk Assessment Documentation
Comprehensive risk analysis including technology asset inventory, network mapping, and vulnerability assessment
Business Associate Liability & Risk
Critical Warning: Even though business associate requirements apply to your vendors, the burden and potential liability will be on YOU if there is an incident with a business associate.
Why You Need Expert Help:
- Experienced assessors can identify risks you might miss
- Specific remediation steps tailored to your organization
- Someone to have your back if an incident occurs
Frequently Asked Questions
Don't Navigate HIPAA Compliance Alone
