HIPAA
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Audit Process
How to Achieve HIPAA Compliance
Achieve HIPAA compliance by assessing risk, securing PHI, training staff, and aligning with ISO 27001 and SOC 2.
How to Achieve HIPAA Compliance
Achieving HIPAA compliance requires more than implementing technical safeguards—it involves building a culture of privacy and security across your organization.
Key steps include:
Define your scope. Identify where protected health information (PHI) is created, stored, processed, and transmitted.
Conduct a risk assessment. Evaluate potential risks to PHI and implement appropriate controls.
Develop policies and procedures. Document how PHI is managed, accessed, and protected.
Train your workforce. Ensure employees understand their privacy and security responsibilities.
Manage vendor risk. Establish Business Associate Agreements (BAAs) with all vendors handling PHI.
Monitor and review. Conduct ongoing audits and reviews to maintain compliance.
Aligning HIPAA efforts with broader programs like ISO 27001 and SOC 2 helps organizations build comprehensive, risk-based privacy and security programs.