After successfully implementing the relevant HIPAA security controls, Advantage Partners will review documentation, evidence and other policies to validate the design & effectiveness of the control activities. Compliance with HIPAA is critical to ensure protected health information (PHI) and other sensitive data is protected appropriately.

It generally takes a few months to achieve HIPAA compliance and receive your full report. The complexity and size of the organization often drives the amount of time required. Advantage Partners commits to reviewing documentation & artifacts in a timely manner to streamline the review process.

Clients should understand the HIPAA framework, the necessary security controls & required evidence to become HIPAA compliant. Advantage Partners can assist with reviewing technical questions as it relates to the overall framework.

Achieving HIPAA compliance allows companies to build trust with their customers, improve their data security posture, and creates a competitive advantage when interacting with relevant stakeholders.

HIPAA regulations apply to covered entities such as healthcare providers & health plans, and also business associates who handle, store, or process protected health information (PHI). Compliance with HIPAA is mandatory for those involved in healthcare related activities. Non-compliance with HIPAA can be a serious offense, resulting in potential penalties, fines and loss of customer trust. 

As a part of the engagement, we will provide security best practices, recommendations and other insights as it relates to HIPAA. Should corrective action be required, we’re invested in ensuring we help our clients make the necessary adjustments to their security & compliance programs.

At the culmination of the engagement, Advantage Partners will issue an attestation report with an opinion on a customer’s HIPAA compliance. In addition, we will include best practices around sharing this with customers, prospects and the broader public.