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Is Microsoft Teams HIPAA Compliant?
By Gil Vidals, , HIPAA Blog, HIPAA Windows, Resources

Is Microsoft Teams HIPAA Compliant?

Microsoft Teams is widely used by hospitals, clinics, and healthcare IT teams for messaging, video meetings, and file sharing. But when protected health information (PHI) is involved, one critical question arises: is Microsoft Teams HIPAA compliant? If you’re unsure whether your Microsoft 365 environment is configured safely for PHI, HIPAAVault offers a free HIPAA risk... Continue reading
HIPAA Compliant Website: Complete Guide + Checklist (2026)
By Gil Vidals, , HIPAA Blog, HIPAA Hosting, Resources

HIPAA Compliant Website: Complete Guide + Checklist (2026)

If your organization collects patient information online, you need a HIPAA compliant website — not just a secure-looking one. Even a simple appointment request form can trigger requirements under the HIPAA Security Rule (45 CFR Part 164 Subpart C). According to the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services (HHS), covered entities must implement administrative,... Continue reading
Is Zoom HIPAA Compliant? A Complete Guide for Healthcare Providers
By Gil Vidals, , HIPAA Blog, Resources, Security

Is Zoom HIPAA Compliant? A Complete Guide for Healthcare Providers

Telehealth is no longer optional. As virtual care becomes standard practice, healthcare providers continue asking: Is Zoom HIPAA compliant? The answer is conditional. Zoom can be HIPAA compliant, but it is not compliant by default. Whether Zoom meets HIPAA standards depends on your subscription level, a signed Business Associate Agreement (BAA), proper security configuration, and... Continue reading
Is Claude HIPAA Compliant? A Healthcare AI Compliance Breakdown
By Gil Vidals, , Artificial Intelligence, HIPAA Blog, Resources

Is Claude HIPAA Compliant? A Healthcare AI Compliance Breakdown

Artificial intelligence tools like Claude are quickly gaining popularity for summarization, documentation, and conversational assistance. But for healthcare providers, one critical question comes first: Is Claude HIPAA compliant? If your organization handles protected health information (PHI), the answer matters far more than features or pricing. Using the wrong AI tool with patient data can expose... Continue reading
HIPAA Compliant Chat: Secure Messaging, Live Chat, and Chatbots Explained
By Gil Vidals, , HIPAA Blog, HIPAA Text, Resources

HIPAA Compliant Chat: Secure Messaging, Live Chat, and Chatbots Explained

HIPAA compliant chat is no longer optional for healthcare organizations. If your practice, telehealth platform, or healthcare website uses chat to communicate with patients, capture leads, or automate intake, that chat system must meet HIPAA requirements — or it can trigger violations, fines, and breach notifications. This guide explains what HIPAA compliant chat actually means,... Continue reading
HIPAA Linux Hosting: Secure Infrastructure Built for Healthcare Data
By Gil Vidals, , HIPAA Blog, HIPAA Linux, Resources

HIPAA Linux Hosting: Secure Infrastructure Built for Healthcare Data

Healthcare data demands more than just hosting.It demands controlled access, encryption, and ongoing security oversight. HIPAA Linux hosting is not about choosing Linux as an operating system. It’s about how Linux infrastructure is secured, accessed, maintained, and governed when it stores, processes, or transmits electronic protected health information (ePHI). Learn How HIPAA Linux Hosting Works... Continue reading