Is FaxZERO Fax HIPAA-Compliant?

A Complete Guide & Alternative

When it comes to sharing sensitive medical information, compliance with HIPAA regulations is essential. FaxZERO is not specifically designed for transmitting healthcare-related data securely, FaxZERO is not HIPAA compliant. But don't worry! Understanding what makes a fax service HIPAA-compliant will help you find the best alternative solutions.

Key Features to Look For in a HIPAA Compliant Fax Solution

When choosing a fax provider for healthcare information, make sure it meets these essential HIPAA-compliant features:
  • Signed BAA: Formal agreement confirming the provider's responsibility for securing PHI.

  • Access controls & user management: Limits who can see sensitive data.

  • Audit trails & activity logs: Tracks who accessed data and when.

  • End-to-end encryption: Protects PHI during transmission and storage. Encryption is like locking your data in a safe. Only people with the right key can access it.

  • Data-center certifications: Look for SOC 2 and ISO 27001 compliance.

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FaxZERO

End-to-end encryption

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Signed BAA

Audit trail & reporting

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Role-based access

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HITRUST / SOC 2

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PHI data residency

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Fax.Plus the HIPAA-Compliant Alternative to FaxZERO

If FaxZERO isn't suitable for HIPAA-compliant communication, you need a reliable alternative, Fax.Plus, it is designed explicitly for secure healthcare communication.

Extremely Secure Solution

Built-in HIPAA Compliance

Fax.Plus is designed as a HIPAA compliant faxing solution with multiple layers of protection. Fax.Plus provides a signed BAAs with enterprise accounts.

Secure HIPAA fax

We use strong 256-bit AES encryption for stored documents, with each user having their own unique encryption key.
Dedicated Support

Advanced admin controls

Including Single Sign-On (SSO/SAML), detailed permissions, and user management.
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FAQs

Do I always need a BAA?
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Yes, if you handle PHI, a signed BAA is mandatory.
How do I audit fax logs for HIPAA?
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Fax.Plus offers clear audit trails and reporting tools, enabling you to regularly check compliance.

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