Templates
Healthcare

Business Associate Agreement (BAA)

A HIPAA-required agreement between a covered entity and a business associate that handles protected health information (PHI). Ensures compliance with privacy and security regulations.

Key Clauses

1

Permitted Uses of PHI

Defines how the business associate may use and disclose protected health information.

2

Safeguards

Requires appropriate administrative, physical, and technical safeguards for PHI.

3

Breach Notification

Establishes the process and timeline for reporting security breaches.

4

Subcontractor Requirements

Extends PHI protections to any subcontractors handling the data.

5

Termination for Breach

Allows termination if the business associate violates the agreement.

Use This Template

When You Need This

  • Hiring a vendor or IT provider that will access patient health data
  • A healthcare organization outsourcing billing or claims processing
  • Ensuring HIPAA compliance across your supply chain