Secure HIPAA-Compliant Cloud Hosting for Healthcare Apps
In 2026, healthcare data has become the primary target for sophisticated, AI-driven cyberattacks. With the global average cost of a healthcare data breach climbing to a staggering $10.93 million, the “cost of doing business” now includes a mandatory investment in a resilient, high-security infrastructure. Compliance is no longer just a legal hurdle; it is a critical component of patient safety and business continuity.
The regulatory environment has also tightened. As of February 16, 2026, all covered entities must have updated their Notice of Privacy Practices (NPP) to account for new protections regarding substance use disorder (SUD) records. Failure to align your hosting environment with these updated privacy and security rules can lead to severe federal penalties and irreversible reputational damage.
The BAA: Your Legal and Operational Foundation
Under HIPAA, any cloud service provider that touches Electronic Protected Health Information (ePHI) is considered a “Business Associate.” You cannot legally …
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