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Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Always consult a qualified attorney or compliance professional when interpreting HIPAA regulations.
When you search for a HIPAA compliant form tool, you will see a lot of different options that advertise HIPAA compliance. HIPAA is strict, and violations can be very costly, so it’s important to properly evaluate these tools before implementing them into your workflows. Many of the most popular options do offer compliance features but lock them behind their most expensive pricing tiers. Others might be missing key pieces that are needed to fully support HIPAA compliant practices, like a BAA.
When narrowing your options, it can be helpful to have some baselines for reference. Every tool has its own unique advantages, but if it cannot meet basic standards for security, it should not be used in a healthcare setting. We’ve created the following free checklist to help your organization make an informed decision. If a form tool meets all the following requirements, there’s a good chance that it’s on the right track toward supporting your practice’s compliance goals.
Reminder: HIPAA compliance involves more than the form itself. Form tools should be designed to support HIPAA-regulated workflows with safeguards like access controls, encryption, and audit logging, but compliance also depends on how your organization configures, uses, and manages processes like policies, training, and vendor agreements.
