HITRUST CSF Certification – Houston (TX)
HITRUST CSF – Houston (TX)
Houston and Texas healthcare companies must protect sensitive patient data from cybercriminals, especially concerning Personally Identifiable Information (PII) and Protected Health Information (PHI). Ensuring the organization has the proper cybersecurity controls, processes, and protections to maintain compliance with HIPAA and other regulations is imperative. In fact, many healthcare payers require hospitals, medical practices, and third-party affiliates to receive HITRUST CSF certification before doing business with them. The comprehensive nature of HITRUST CSF allows enterprises to meet the multiple compliance requirements of various data protection and risk management standards. For this reason, it is crucial to work with an experienced provider to drive the process.
Texas HITRUST Experience
McKonly & Asbury provides HITRUST CSF certifications to healthcare organizations and third-party vendors in Houston and Texas. Typically, we work with any company that creates, accesses, stores, or exchanges PHI. This includes hospitals, general medical practices, urgent care centers, insurance companies, pharmacies, healthcare vendors, and specialized physician offices. Our diverse range of experience permits us to understand the company more quickly: it is risk profile, areas of exposure, and important testing variables.
Houston HITRUST Certification
Our team of dedicated cybersecurity professionals has extensive knowledge and experience in identifying cybersecurity risks. We approach each engagement with the client’s specific needs in mind, creating strategic solutions to counteract risk. Through every phase, McKonly & Asbury works closely with your organization to determine the appropriate scope and expectations, helping to position you for an optimal outcome in the final assessment.
HITRUST FAQs
HITRUST (Health Information Trust Alliance) is a widely recognized common security framework (CSF) that combines industry-specific regulations and best practices to help organizations manage information security and data protection. The HITRUST CSF was originally developed for the healthcare industry, but now serves a variety of industries with a scalable, flexible approach to security compliance.
HITRUST offers three different validated assessments options that offer HITRUST CSF certification through the use of HITRUST external assessors. The HITRUST assessment and certification demonstrates your organization’s dedication to risk management and regulatory compliance. HITURST CSF helps identify vulnerabilities, reduces the risk of data breaches, ensures industry standard compliance, and boosts your reputation through certification, providing a competitive advantage.
- HITRUST e1: A foundational assessment focused on preparing your organization for critical cybersecurity threats and building a strong security posture.
- HITRUST i1: A moderate assurance assessment addressing prevalent cybersecurity threats with a balanced approach to risk management.
- HITRUST r2: A comprehensive, risk-based assessment offering extensive control coverage and flexibility, tailored to your organization’s unique needs.
HITRUST CSF helps organizations meet regulatory requirements by providing a structured framework to ensure information security, data protection, address cybersecurity threats, and manage risk. HITRUST Certification demonstrates your commitment to safeguarding sensitive information and complying with industry regulations.
Organizations of all sizes and industries, especially those handling sensitive data, benefit from HITRUST certification. HITRUST CSF provides a scalable, adaptable framework that can address the specific security, compliance, and regulatory needs of your organization, while also enhancing stakeholder trust.
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McKonly & Asbury provides HITRUST Assessment and Certification services to Houston and Texas companies from our Pennsylvania offices. To learn how we can assist your organization, complete the form below, and a team member will follow up promptly.
About Houston’s Healthcare Community
The Houston healthcare community is a testament to the city’s enduring spirit of innovation, diversity, and resilience. Nestled within the heart of Texas, Houston’s medical landscape is as vast and dynamic as the city itself, marked by an unparalleled commitment to advancing human health. This vibrant ecosystem thrives on the synergy between world-class healthcare facilities, cutting-edge research institutions, and a deeply rooted dedication to community service.
Central to Houston’s healthcare narrative is the Texas Medical Center (TMC), the largest medical complex in the world. This sprawling nexus of healthcare innovation houses over 60 medical institutions, including renowned entities like MD Anderson Cancer Center, Baylor College of Medicine, and Texas Children’s Hospital. TMC is a global leader in medical care, research, and education, drawing patients and medical professionals from around the globe. Its presence in Houston not only elevates the city’s status on the international stage but also serves as a beacon of hope for millions seeking expert care.
National Reach
McKonly & Asbury also provides HITRUST CSF services to healthcare organizations in Atlanta (GA), Baltimore (MD), Charlotte (NC), Cincinnati (OH), Columbia (SC), Detroit (MI), Denver (CO), Hartford (CT), Las Vegas (NV), Little Rock (AR), Memphis (TN), Milwaukee (WI), Minneapolis (MN), Orlando (FL), Philadelphia (PA), Portland (OR), Richmond (VA), Salt Lake City (UT), Seattle (WA), Tulsa (OK), and Wichita (KS).