Use free and low-cost HIPAA compliance resources.
HIPAA compliance does not have to be expensive. There are a number of ways to comply with HIPAA on a budget. Here are a few tips:
- Use free and low-cost HIPAA compliance resources. There are a number of free and low-cost HIPAA compliance resources available. For example, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) offers a number of free HIPAA compliance resources on its website.
- Take advantage of HIPAA compliance discounts. Many HIPAA compliance vendors offer discounts to small businesses and nonprofits. Be sure to ask about discounts when you are shopping for HIPAA compliance solutions.
- Prioritize your HIPAA compliance efforts. Not all HIPAA compliance requirements are created equal. Some requirements are more important than others. Focus on complying with the most important requirements first.
- Find affordable HIPAA compliance solutions. There are a number of affordable HIPAA compliance solutions available. When choosing a HIPAA compliance solution, be sure to compare prices and features.
Here are some specific examples of free and low-cost HIPAA compliance resources:
- The HHS Office for Civil Rights (OCR) website offers a number of free HIPAA compliance resources, including HIPAA compliance guides, checklists, and training materials.
- The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Cybersecurity Framework (CSF) is a voluntary framework that can help organizations of all sizes to improve their cybersecurity posture. The CSF is freely available on the NIST website.
- The Small Business Administration (SBA) offers a number of resources to help small businesses comply with HIPAA, including a HIPAA compliance guide and a list of HIPAA compliant vendors.
