HIPAA Compliance for Mental Health Providers
Mental health records require the highest level of protection. HIPAA Agent helps you maintain compliance while protecting your patients' most sensitive information.
Compliance Challenges for Mental Health Practices
How HIPAA Agent Helps
Psychotherapy Note Protections
Special guidance on the enhanced privacy protections required for psychotherapy notes under HIPAA.
Telehealth Security
Ensure your video sessions and virtual therapy platforms meet HIPAA security requirements.
Consent Management
Tools and policies for managing patient authorizations for disclosures of mental health information.
Secure Messaging
Guidance on HIPAA-compliant patient communication for appointment reminders, check-ins, and crisis support.
Common Compliance Risks We Address
Frequently Asked Questions
What are psychotherapy notes and how are they protected?
Psychotherapy notes are a therapist's personal notes about sessions, kept separate from the medical record. HIPAA provides extra protections — they cannot be disclosed without specific patient authorization, even to insurance companies.
Is telehealth HIPAA compliant?
Telehealth can be HIPAA compliant if you use a platform with proper encryption and security, have a BAA with the vendor, and follow appropriate privacy practices. We can help you evaluate your telehealth setup.
What about 42 CFR Part 2 for substance abuse treatment?
If you provide substance abuse treatment, you may also need to comply with 42 CFR Part 2, which provides additional privacy protections beyond HIPAA. Our platform includes guidance on these requirements.
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Healthcare Penetration Testing
HIPAA-focused security assessments with OCR fine exposure mapping for mental health practices.