SOC 2 for Healthcare Technology
Specialized guide for HealthTech companies navigating both SOC 2 and HIPAA compliance. Focus on Security + Privacy + Confidentiality with enhanced controls for protected health information.
HealthTech SOC 2 Quick Reference
Security + Privacy + Confidentiality
9-12 months
PHI protection, dual compliance
Important: Dual Compliance Strategy
Healthcare technology companies typically need both SOC 2 and HIPAA compliance. This guide shows how to align requirements and avoid duplicate efforts.
- • Third-party validation of controls
- • Enterprise customer requirements
- • Comprehensive security framework
- • Vendor risk management
- • PHI-specific protections
- • Business Associate Agreements
- • Breach notification procedures
- • Patient rights and access
Healthcare technology companies face unique compliance challenges due to the sensitive nature of protected health information (PHI) and the regulatory environment. This guide addresses the intersection of SOC 2 and HIPAA requirements.
Why Security + Privacy + Confidentiality for HealthTech
Security:
- • PHI protection controls
- • Access controls and authentication
- • Threat detection and response
- • Vulnerability management
Privacy:
- • Patient consent management
- • Data use limitations
- • Third-party data sharing
- • Individual rights compliance
Confidentiality:
- • Data encryption requirements
- • Access logging and monitoring
- • Data retention and disposal
- • Confidentiality agreements
Common HealthTech Scope Definition
Focus your initial SOC 2 scope on systems that handle PHI:
- • Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems
- • Patient portals and mobile apps
- • PHI databases and data warehouses
- • Integration APIs with healthcare providers
- • Telehealth platforms
- • Analytics and reporting systems
- • Research and development environments
- • Marketing and customer support tools
- • Administrative and billing systems
Healthcare Implementation Roadmap
Follow this timeline to implement dual HIPAA and SOC 2 compliance for your healthcare technology:
Foundation & Assessment
- • HIPAA risk assessment
- • SOC 2 scope definition
- • Dual compliance gap analysis
- • Policy framework development
Technical Implementation
- • Enhanced access controls
- • Encryption implementation
- • Audit logging system
- • Monitoring and alerting
Testing & Training
- • Control testing and validation
- • Incident response exercises
- • Staff training programs
- • Evidence collection
Audit Preparation
- • Evidence organization
- • Internal readiness assessment
- • Auditor selection and engagement
- • Audit execution
Healthcare-Specific Templates & Resources
Our templates are designed to address both HIPAA and SOC 2 requirements, helping you achieve dual compliance more efficiently.