HIPAA · MSPs & IT Providers
HIPAA for MSPs & IT Providers
MSPs with healthcare clients are Business Associates whether they realize it or not.
Why this matters
Touching PHI on a client's behalf makes you a BA under HIPAA.
Client HIPAA audits flow to your controls automatically.
MSPs positioned as HIPAA-competent win healthcare verticals over generalist competitors.
Typical timeline
3–6 months for HIPAA-ready service offerings.
Typical cost
$20k–$50k depending on client mix.
What bites hardest in MSPs & IT Providers
Frequently asked
Do I need a BAA with each of my healthcare clients?
Yes — every one, without exception. And their subprocessor addendum must flow through to your subprocessors.
What's the biggest HIPAA risk MSPs miss?
Backup and DR storage of PHI in unencrypted or unmonitored locations. It's the #1 finding in MSP HIPAA reviews.
Is there a HIPAA certification?
No — HIPAA has no government-issued certificate. You demonstrate compliance through documentation, risk analysis, safeguards, and audit trail.
What's a BAA?
A Business Associate Agreement — a contract that binds your vendors to protect PHI on your behalf. Every vendor that touches PHI needs one.
How does the MSP partner program work?
You get discounted access, white-label reports, and revenue share on client subscriptions. Details at /partners.
Can I resell one-time reports?
Yes. Vendor Risk ($79), Compliance Predictor ($79), and Board-Ready ($100) reports can be resold under your brand.
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Framework
HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act)
The baseline for anyone touching Protected Health Information.
Industry
MSPs & IT Providers
Your clients are asking for compliance. Sell it, don't refer it out.