Amazon Web Services (AWS) Transcribe is a cloud-based speech-to-text service that automatically converts audio into text, allowing businesses to transcribe customer calls, video files and virtual consultations.

With AWS Transcribe, businesses can build transcription workflows that integrate with other AWS services for analytics, automation, and recordkeeping.

Is AWS Transcribe HIPAA compliant? Yes, AWS Transcribe can be HIPAA compliant.

 

What changed this year?

As of July 2026, our review did not identify any publicly disclosed changes to AWS Transcribe HIPAA-related policies or BAA terms.

 

Will AWS sign a business associate agreement (BAA)?

Yes, AWS will sign a business associate agreement, which can be reviewed, accepted, and managed when customers sign into their account.

 

What does the AWS Transcribe BAA cover?

While their BAA is not publicly available, the AWS privacy notice covers:

  • How personal information is collected, used and shared.
  • Information access and choice.
  • Children’s personal information.
  • Third party sites and services.
  • Retention of personal information.
  • Contacts, notices, and revisions.

Conclusion

AWS Transcribe signs a BAA and is therefore HIPAA compliant.

 

FAQs

What is a business associate agreement?

A business associate agreement (BAA) is a legally binding contract establishing a relationship between a covered entity under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and its business associates. The purpose of this agreement is to ensure the proper protection of personal health information (PHI) as required by HIPAA regulations.

 

What is HIPAA?

The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) sets national standards for protecting the privacy and security of certain health information, known as protected health information (PHI).

HIPAA is designed to protect the privacy and security of individuals’ health information and to ensure that healthcare providers and insurers can securely exchange electronic health information. Violations of HIPAA can result in significant fines and penalties for covered entities.

 

Who does HIPAA apply to?

HIPAA applies to covered entities, which include healthcare providers, health plans, and healthcare clearinghouses. It also applies to business associates of these covered entities. These are entities that perform certain functions or activities on behalf of the covered entity.