Controls
How HRI protects client and patient data.
Client records are kept secure, and a Business Associate Agreement is in place before any PHI is exchanged. Controls are established during contracting and onboarding around the systems, work, and minimum information each engagement requires.
01Business Associate Agreements
A written BAA defines permitted PHI use, security duties, incident and subcontractor obligations, and return-or-destruction terms before data is exchanged. For addiction-treatment programs, we also sign a 42 CFR Part 2 qualified service organization agreement before handling any records.
02Named user accounts
Individual named accounts identify every person who accesses systems used for client work.
03Multifactor authentication
Every user is required to register multifactor sign-in.
04Role-based access
Permissions are limited to the information and actions each user is authorized to perform.
05Approved secure transfer
PHI moves only through approved secure transfer methods, never the public website or review form.
06Encryption
Client files are encrypted in storage and in transit.
07Access & activity records
Systems that support logging retain access and activity records appropriate to the work performed.
08Breach notification
If we find a breach of client records, we tell the client in writing, as HIPAA's breach notification rule requires.
09Data retention & destruction
Retention periods and secure destruction of PHI are defined by agreement.
Important. This page summarizes HRI practices and is not a certification, legal opinion, or substitute for the executed service agreement and Business Associate Agreement. Specific systems, controls, and responsibilities are confirmed during contracting and onboarding.