HIPAA Compliance
Verzi Health is committed to maintaining the highest standards of data security and privacy in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
At Verzi Health, we understand the critical importance of protecting patient health information. As a healthcare technology provider, we are committed to full compliance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and its implementing regulations.
Our platform is designed with privacy and security as foundational principles. We implement comprehensive administrative, physical, and technical safeguards to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of all protected health information (PHI) processed through our systems.
This page outlines our approach to HIPAA compliance and the measures we take to protect your sensitive healthcare data.
Privacy Rule Compliance
We adhere to the HIPAA Privacy Rule, which establishes national standards to protect individuals' medical records and other personal health information. Our practices include:
- Implementing policies and procedures to limit uses and disclosures of PHI to the minimum necessary
- Providing mechanisms for patients to access their health information
- Maintaining a Notice of Privacy Practices that clearly explains how PHI may be used and disclosed
- Training all workforce members on privacy policies and procedures
- Designating a Privacy Officer responsible for developing and implementing privacy policies
Security Rule Compliance
Our platform is built to comply with the HIPAA Security Rule, which specifies safeguards to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of electronic PHI:
- End-to-end encryption for data in transit and at rest
- Multi-factor authentication for all user access
- Role-based access controls to ensure appropriate access to PHI
- Comprehensive audit logging and monitoring
- Regular security risk assessments and penetration testing
- Disaster recovery and business continuity planning
- Secure development practices and code reviews
Breach Notification Rule
In the unlikely event of a data breach, we have established procedures in compliance with the HIPAA Breach Notification Rule:
- Prompt investigation and risk assessment of potential breaches
- Timely notification to affected individuals, covered entities, and when required, to the Department of Health and Human Services and the media
- Detailed documentation of breach incidents and response actions
- Post-incident analysis to prevent future occurrences
Business Associate Agreements
As a business associate to covered entities, we enter into Business Associate Agreements (BAAs) that:
- Clearly define responsibilities regarding PHI
- Establish permitted uses and disclosures of PHI
- Require implementation of appropriate safeguards
- Mandate reporting of security incidents and breaches
- Ensure compliance with HIPAA regulations by our subcontractors
Compliance Validation
We maintain a robust compliance program that includes:
- Regular third-party security assessments and audits
- Annual HIPAA compliance training for all staff
- Ongoing monitoring of regulatory changes and updates to our compliance program
- Documentation of all security policies, procedures, and controls
Contact Our Privacy Team
If you have questions about our HIPAA compliance program or would like to request a BAA, please contact our Privacy Officer:
Email: privacy@verzihealth.com
Note: This page provides general information about our HIPAA compliance program and is not intended as legal advice. For specific questions about HIPAA requirements, please consult with your legal counsel.