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Is PracticeSuite HIPAA compliant? (2026 update)

Is PracticeSuite HIPAA compliant? (2026 update)

PracticeSuite is a cloud-based practice management and electronic health records (EHR) platform that helps medical practices manage scheduling, billing, telehealth, revenue cycle management, and patient engagement tools.

With PracticeSuite, healthcare organizations can streamline administrative workflows while maintaining secure access to clinical and financial data.

Is PracticeSuite HIPAA compliant? Yes, based on our research, PracticeSuite can be HIPAA compliant.

 

What changed this year?

As of April 2026, our review did not identify any publicly disclosed changes to PracticeSuite’s HIPAA-related policies or BAA terms.

 

Will PracticeSuite sign a business associate agreement (BAA)?

Yes, PracticeSuite will sign a business associate agreement, which can be requested here.

 

What does the PracticeSuite BAA cover?

PracticeSuite’s HIPAA compliance page states, “We sign a Business Associate Agreement (BAA) with every client and provide security documentation as needed for your compliance requirements.”

Their BAA generally covers:

  • Protection of PHI under HIPAA Privacy and Security Rules

  • Appropriate use and disclosure of PHI

  • Safeguards for storing, transmitting, and accessing PHI

  • Breach notification responsibilities

  • Permitted access by HHS for compliance reviews

  • Return or destruction of PHI upon termination

 

Conclusion

PracticeSuite signs a BAA and is therefore HIPAA compliant.

Learn more: HIPAA Compliant Email: The Definitive Guide

 

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.

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