Every Law Edges virtual assistant is vetted and trained in HIPAA compliance before handling any client matters. They strictly adhere to PHI regulations and understand the unique requirements of legal practice.
All devices used by our team feature mandatory encryption and screen locks. Patient data is protected with strong encryption both in transit and at rest.
Your virtual assistant only accesses the patient information necessary for their specific tasks. Access is role-based and immediately revoked upon project completion.
Every login requires identity verification beyond a password, adding an extra layer of security to protect against unauthorized access.
Our centralized audit log system records every interaction involving patient data, creating transparent records that detect suspicious activity and maintain data integrity.
Virtual assistants operate from secure workstations with malware detection, physical access restrictions, and strict policies governing where and how ePHI is accessed.
We've mapped every system that handles patient data and conduct regular security risk assessments, supported by a defined incident response protocol for emergencies.
Each virtual assistant completes HIPAA security awareness training before handling patient information, with ongoing education and supervised onboarding.
We execute formal Business Associate Agreements (BAAs) with all healthcare clients. All required policies and procedures are documented, approved, and maintained.
Law firms must protect attorney-client privilege and comply with HIPAA when handling protected health information. HIPAA is a federal law that safeguards the privacy and security of patient data, and even a single breach can lead to severe consequences.
Most virtual assistant providers are not HIPAA compliant. They operate on unsecured platforms and lack the technical safeguards and proper training required by law. Law Edges is different. We've invested in fully HIPAA-compliant infrastructure, allowing firms to delegate work securely and confidently.
Here are some key considerations of what you risk with a non-compliant virtual assistant: