Compliance · Definition
BAA: Definition
The contract required before a vendor may handle protected health information on a practice's behalf.
This is a short definition only. The full explanation lives on business associate agreements and HIPAA safeguards, which is the page to read if you are dealing with this on live claims.
Definition
Also known as: Business associate agreement
It defines permitted uses, required safeguards, subcontractor obligations and breach notification timelines.
Any billing company, clearinghouse or hosting provider in the chain needs one.
For worked examples, payer rules and documentation requirements, read business associate agreements and HIPAA safeguards. Return to the dermatology billing glossary.
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