Quip, a collaboration platform owned by Salesforce, offers tools for creating documents, spreadsheets, and chat threads within a shared workspace.
With Quip, teams can collaborate in real time, edit documents, and communicate directly within the platform. This helps organizations streamline workflows, improve productivity, and keep all project-related content and communication in one centralized location.
Is Quip HIPAA compliant? Yes, based on our research, Quip can be HIPAA compliant.
Will Quip sign a business associate agreement (BAA)?
Yes, Salesforce will sign a business associate agreement for Quip, which can be reviewed here.
What does the Quip BAA cover?
The Salesforce BAA covers the use and disclosure of protected health information (PHI), stating, “Salesforce contributes to keeping ePHI secure in the Salesforce Covered Services by implementing security safeguards that apply to all customers by default.”
Conclusion
Quip 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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