Prove Your HIPAA Compliance.
Beyond Question.

Self-conducted risk assessments lack independent validation. The proposed HIPAA Security Rule NPRM specifically calls for third-party verification of risk analysis. Verified Trust provides that independent, documented, defensible proof that your risk analysis meets federal standards — something internal assessments simply cannot deliver.

HITRUST is the gold standard for comprehensive security certification, but it requires significant investment ($40,000–$200,000+) and 3–12 months to complete. Verified Trust provides rigorous, independent third-party verification aligned with the same core frameworks (NIST CSF, HIPAA Security Rule) at a fraction of the cost and timeline. It's designed for organizations that need proven compliance verification without the enterprise overhead.

The proposed HIPAA Security Rule amendments would require regulated entities to obtain written verification from business associates at least annually, including a written analysis of information systems conducted by a qualified individual and a written certification of its accuracy. Verified Trust Level 1 is specifically designed to satisfy this third-party verification requirement, positioning your organization ahead of enforcement.

Your organization's security controls are evaluated against NIST CSF categories and CISA Cybersecurity Performance Goals. Each control area receives a score, which rolls up into an overall grade. A "B" indicates essential HIPAA security controls are effectively in place. An "A" or "A+" indicates advanced security maturity with thorough documentation. The scoring gives you a clear, measurable benchmark to track improvement over time.

Level 1 (Compliance Essentials) typically completes in 2–3 weeks. Level 2 (Security Validation) takes 3–5 weeks. Level 3 (Onsite Assurance) ranges from 4–6 weeks depending on organizational size and complexity. All timelines are significantly faster than HITRUST certification.

Under Public Law 116-321 (HITECH Section 13412), organizations that demonstrate adoption of "recognized security practices" for at least 12 months can benefit from reduced fines, shorter audit durations, and more favorable settlements during OCR investigations. Verified Trust documents your alignment with these practices — including NIST CSF, CISA CPGs, and 405(d) HICP — creating a defensible safe harbor for your organization.

We recommend annual recertification to maintain compliance currency and to satisfy the proposed NPRM's annual verification requirements. Annual recertification also ensures your Recognized Security Practices documentation stays within the required 12-month window.

Yes. Our BA Verification Portal allows covered entities to instantly confirm whether a business associate holds a current Verified Trust Certification. This satisfies due diligence requirements and provides documented proof of vendor compliance oversight.