HIPAA Compliance
Audits

Auditvisor conducts HIPAA Compliance audits to evaluate an organization's risk management and regulatory compliance effectiveness. The majority of contracts are scoped to cover the HIPAA Security and Breach Notification Rules. Optionally, the engagement scope can be broadened to incorporate the HIPAA Privacy Rule obligations and state privacy and security laws and regulations. Clients and prospective clients may be given the HIPAA Compliance report. We also produce HIPAA Compliance Assessment reports for management's internal usage.

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Breach Notification audit
A typical HIPAA Security and Breach Notification audit The evaluation of administrative, physical, and technical safeguards as they relate to the electronically protected health information (ePHI) that an organization creates, receives, processes, maintains, and transmits, as well as the evaluation of the organization's policies, procedures, and overall readiness to manage a breach of protected health information (PHI) following the notification requirements, are all part of rule compliance.

Type of Report
This type of report is given in accordance with the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) attestation requirements, specifically AT-C Section 315, Compliance Attestation. AT-C Section 315 reports convey an auditor's view on an organization's compliance with specific laws and regulations; in this example, the HIPAA security and breach reporting standards. A report provided in accordance with AT-C Section 315 rules does not give a legal finding of an entity's compliance with specified requirements; nonetheless, such a report may be valuable to legal counsel or others in making such conclusions.

Security Compliance Report
A HIPAA security compliance report is useful to any HIPAA-covered entity or business associate that must demonstrate HIPAA compliance. Here are some examples of how audit reports are used:Service organizations or providers (for example, providers of colocation services, managed services, cloud services, software-as-a-service, outsourced transaction processing, and so on) may provide the report to potential or existing customers to reassure them that the systems environment in which they store ePHI is HIPAA-compliant. HIPAA refers to these organizations as "business associates," They must execute a business associate agreement with each HIPAA-covered company for which they offer such services.

Healthcare providers and payer companies may desire such a report to assess the effectiveness of their privacy and security compliance programs and make adjustments.Healthcare providers and payer organizations may demand the report for their most critical service providers (i.e., business partners) to assure HIPAA compliance and improve the possibility that threats, vulnerabilities, and dangers to ePHI have been discovered and addressed.

Auditvisor Conducts
Auditvisor conducts each audit engagement utilizing a tried-and-true phased strategy to provide the best value to each client. We will record and share knowledge and best practices for usage throughout the company throughout all phases of the HIPAA audit.

Hitrust Attestation Services

In the healthcare industry, safeguarding sensitive information is not just a regulatory requirement but a critical component of trust and credibility. Auditvisor offers specialized HITRUST Attestation services to help your organization achieve the highest standards of data protection and compliance. Our comprehensive approach ensures that you meet the stringent requirements of the HITRUST CSF (Common Security Framework) and gain the confidence of your stakeholders.

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What is HITRUST?

HITRUST CSF is a certifiable framework that harmonizes the requirements of multiple regulations, standards, and frameworks, including HIPAA, GDPR, and NIST, into a single comprehensive security and privacy standard. HITRUST certification is recognized as the gold standard for managing and securing sensitive healthcare information, ensuring that your organization meets the most rigorous data protection requirements.

Our HITRUST Attestation Services Include:

1. HITRUST Readiness Assessment
: Our experts will conduct a thorough readiness assessment to evaluate your current security controls against the HITRUST CSF requirements. We identify gaps, assess risks, and develop a strategic plan to guide your organization towards successful certification.

2. Gap Analysis and Remediation Planning
: We perform an in-depth gap analysis to determine where your organization stands in relation to the HITRUST CSF. Based on our findings, we provide detailed remediation plans with clear action steps to address deficiencies and enhance your security posture.

3. HITRUST Certification Preparation: Preparing for HITRUST certification can be complex. We offer end-to-end support, helping you align your policies, procedures, and technologies with HITRUST requirements. Our team assists with documentation, control implementation, and audit preparation to ensure a smooth certification process.

4. Internal Audits and Continuous Monitoring:
To maintain HITRUST compliance, ongoing monitoring and internal audits are essential. We provide regular internal audits to ensure your controls remain effective and that you continuously meet HITRUST standards. Our monitoring services help you stay ahead of emerging threats and maintain compliance over time.

5. Policy and Procedure Development: Proper documentation is key to HITRUST compliance. We assist in the development, review, and refinement of your organization's policies and procedures, ensuring they align with HITRUST CSF requirements and support your overall compliance strategy.

6. Training and Awareness Programs:
Educating your staff on HITRUST standards and their role in compliance is crucial. We offer tailored training programs to ensure your team understands the importance of data protection, privacy, and the specific requirements of the HITRUST CSF.

7. HITRUST Certification Support: As your partner, Auditvisor will guide you through the HITRUST certification process, from initial preparation to the final attestation. We liaise with the HITRUST Assessor Organization, ensuring all necessary documentation and evidence are in place for a successful certification.

8. Post-Certification Support:
Achieving HITRUST certification is just the beginning. We provide ongoing support to help you maintain your certification, adapt to changes in the HITRUST CSF, and continue to protect your organization’s sensitive data.

Why Choose Auditvisor for HITRUST Attestation?

  • Expertise in Healthcare Compliance: Our team has deep experience in healthcare compliance and a thorough understanding of the HITRUST CSF, making us uniquely qualified to guide your organization through the certification process.

  • Tailored Compliance Solutions: We tailor our services to meet your specific needs, ensuring that your HITRUST certification journey is efficient, effective, and aligned with your business goals.

  • Proactive Security Measures: We help you implement proactive measures that not only ensure compliance but also strengthen your overall security posture.

  • End-to-End Support: From readiness assessments to post-certification maintenance, we provide comprehensive support at every stage of the HITRUST certification process.

  • Proven Track Record: Auditvisor is a trusted partner in healthcare compliance, with a track record of successfully guiding organizations to HITRUST certification.

At the start of every SOC report, a kickoff call is held to set expectations and ensure efficient delivery. During this call we identify key players involved in the process along with any services that require an opinion as part of our readiness assessment. Should a readiness assessment be required, we also set dates for when related work must take place; such as gathering data on controls present within each service before analyzing any gaps that may exist or need improvement upon. The data flow across these services will be evaluated through gap analysis to determine if additional controls need implementation or enhancement; all designed for maximum efficiency when delivering our Type 2 reporting process.

Our dedicated team of professionals customizes testing and audit plans to ensure you receive quality services in an efficient timeframe. Additionally, we provide templates and key points for your convenience during the narrative process. When ready, our experts review drafts before diving into another call to assign tasks related to collecting supporting documents – further streamlining preparation for on-site testing or remote testing intervals. After the audit plan is approved, we will work collaboratively to ensure a successful on-site testing visit. With your support and our guidance, you'll be able to upload all necessary documentation needed for review via our secure portal in preparation of the upcoming testing. Please don't hesitate if any questions pop up along the way - communication is key in creating an efficient & productive on-site process!

OPTION 1: On-Site Fieldwork

We will provide you with an itinerary of our on-site visit in advance and work closely with you to make sure the fieldwork runs smoothly. During this time, we'll conduct thorough walkthroughs, assess control effectiveness through testing procedures, gather necessary documentation for review, and more - all while keeping timeliness top of mind. Once completed, we’ll present the initial results during a final exit interview session so that there is clarity around the next steps needed to generate your SOC report. Our aim is 90-95% completion at the end of site visits; ensuring accuracy as well as timely delivery!

OPTION 2:

Auditing just got easier - AuditSimple streamlines the process, leveraging technology to provide a virtual audit engagement solution that saves time and effort. Using minimal hardware requirements paired with collaborative software and cameras, we can confidently complete audits in real-time. Additionally, our secure server network provides us with access to required databases used during an audit process; this eliminates manual procedures or lengthy processing times associated with manual processes saving us a considerable amount of time during auditing engagements as well as unnecessary travel time.

Once testing and evidence gathering are completed, your auditor will prepare a draft SOC report, which will then undergo a stringent quality control process. The report will be reviewed at two levels by management and partners before you have the opportunity to provide feedback and suggest modifications. After any necessary changes are made, we will conduct one last internal audit before finalizing the report. Once the report is complete, we are proud to provide you with the appropriate seal, which you can display on your website to provide assurance to clients associated with this certification program that your processes meet our high standards.

Frequently Asked Questions on Hitrust Advisory and Certification

Frequently Asked Questions on Hitrust Advisory and Certification

The PCI DSS is a data security standard for businesses that process, transport, and store credit card information. Merchants, processors, acquirers, issuers, and service providers who deal with sensitive cardholder data are often included.

What is the cost of a Hitrust audit?

The cost of a PCI DSS audit for a medium-sized business begins at $12000. The cost of a PCI DSS audit is determined by numerous criteria, including the type of company, the number of annual transactions, payment applications, physical locations, whether the audit is performed for the first time or for the second time, and other added services.

How long would it take to finish a Hitrust audit?

An end-to-end PCI DSS audit typically takes 4-6 weeks to complete. However, the time required to conduct the remediation proposed in the gap analysis significantly impacts the timetable.

What will you receive following a Hitrust audit?

You will be provided with audit reports (ROC/SAQ, AOC) that show how networks and physical environments are secured against attacks. On successful completion of the audit, you will receive a PCI DSS Certificate of Compliance, proving your commitment to Industry Standard Compliance.

How long is a Hitrust Certification valid?

The PCI DSS certification is only valid for one year, or 12 months, from the date of issue.

How frequently should a Hitrust Audit be performed?

A PCI DSS Audit is required by industry standards every year, or if substantial changes are introduced that may damage systems and networks in an environment.

Why is a Hitrust certificate required?

Considered to be the best strategy for protecting sensitive cardholder data.
Increases the security of the Cardholder Data Environment.
Ensures that every access to cardholder data is tracked and monitored.
It aids in the improvement of client connections and trust.
It eliminates the danger of data breach/theft.

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