Understanding HIPAA Compliance
The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) sets the standard for protecting sensitive patient data. ClarityMD is fully compliant with all HIPAA requirements.
ClarityMD implements all necessary safeguards to protect the privacy of personal health information. We limit the use and disclosure of PHI to the minimum necessary for the intended purpose, and provide patients with certain rights over their health information.
Our platform incorporates administrative, physical, and technical safeguards to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and security of electronic protected health information (ePHI). We conduct regular risk assessments and implement continuous monitoring.
In the unlikely event of a data breach, ClarityMD has robust procedures in place to notify affected individuals, the Department of Health and Human Services, and in some cases, the media. Our incident response team is available 24/7 to address any security concerns.
ClarityMD signs comprehensive Business Associate Agreements (BAAs) with all healthcare providers using our platform. These agreements clearly outline our responsibilities in safeguarding PHI and ensure compliance with all HIPAA regulations.
Enterprise-Grade Security Measures
ClarityMD employs multiple layers of security to protect patient data at rest and in transit.
Data Protection & Privacy
ClarityMD implements a comprehensive data protection strategy that goes beyond basic compliance requirements. Our approach includes:
Data Minimization
We collect only the minimum necessary patient information required to deliver our services, reducing exposure risk.
Data Segregation
Patient data is logically separated by healthcare organization, preventing cross-contamination and unauthorized access.
Secure Data Disposal
When data is no longer needed, it is securely and permanently deleted according to industry best practices and compliance requirements.
Data Backup & Recovery
Automated backups are encrypted and stored in geographically diverse locations, ensuring data availability even in disaster scenarios.
Certifications & Compliance
ClarityMD maintains rigorous compliance with healthcare industry standards and regulations.
HIPAA Compliant
Fully compliant with all HIPAA Privacy, Security, and Breach Notification Rules.
SOC 2 Type II
Independently audited for security, availability, processing integrity, and confidentiality.
HITRUST CSF
Certified against the HITRUST Common Security Framework, the gold standard in healthcare security.
GDPR Compliant
Meets all requirements of the General Data Protection Regulation for international data protection.
Our compliance documentation is available to healthcare organizations under NDA. Contact us to request our full security assessment package.
Compliance FAQ
Common questions about ClarityMD's security and compliance measures
Is ClarityMD HIPAA compliant?
Yes, ClarityMD is fully HIPAA compliant. We implement all required administrative, physical, and technical safeguards to protect patient health information.
Do you sign Business Associate Agreements?
Yes, we sign comprehensive BAAs with all healthcare providers using our platform, clearly outlining our responsibilities in safeguarding PHI.
How is patient data encrypted?
All patient data is encrypted both in transit (using TLS 1.3) and at rest (using AES-256 encryption), meeting or exceeding HIPAA requirements.
How often do you conduct security assessments?
We conduct internal security assessments quarterly and engage third-party security firms for penetration testing and vulnerability assessments annually.
What happens in case of a data breach?
We have a comprehensive incident response plan that includes immediate containment, investigation, notification to affected parties, and remediation steps to prevent future occurrences.
How do you train your staff on HIPAA compliance?
All ClarityMD employees undergo mandatory HIPAA training upon hiring and annual refresher courses. Role-specific training is provided for employees with access to sensitive data.