QAPIShield is designed with healthcare compliance at its foundation. Our platform supports HIPAA-compliant deployments through comprehensive technical, administrative, and physical safeguards.
De-Identified Data
Core features use de-identified clinical indicators only
No PHI to AI
Protected Health Information never sent to AI models
Encryption
AES-256 at rest, TLS 1.2+ in transit
Access Controls
Role-based access with least privilege
Important: QAPIShield's core features do not require PHI. Facilities can use the platform with de-identified clinical indicators to maintain HIPAA compliance.
QAPIShield employs defense-in-depth security architecture to protect platform infrastructure and client data.
| Security Control | Implementation |
|---|---|
| Encryption in Transit | TLS 1.2+ for all data transmission |
| Encryption at Rest | AES-256 encryption for stored data |
| Multi-Factor Authentication | MFA support for all user accounts |
| Role-Based Access Control | Granular permissions by user role |
| Audit Logging | Complete audit trail of all system activity |
| Session Management | Automatic timeout and secure token handling |
| Password Security | Secure hashing with bcrypt + salting |
| Vulnerability Scanning | Regular automated security assessments |
QAPIShield provides Business Associate Agreements (BAAs) for enterprise partners as required under HIPAA when PHI is stored, processed, or transmitted through the platform.
| Scenario | BAA Required |
|---|---|
| De-identified data only | Not required |
| PHI integration features enabled | Required |
| Custom PHI data fields | Required |
| Integration with facility EHR | Required |
To request a BAA: Contact [email protected]
QAPIShield is hosted on enterprise-grade cloud infrastructure with comprehensive security controls and high availability.
Cloud Provider
SOC 2 Type II certified infrastructure
Data Centers
Geographically distributed with redundancy
Network Security
Firewalls, IDS, DDoS protection
Availability
99.9% uptime SLA with 24/7 monitoring
Disaster Recovery
Automated backups with defined RTO/RPO
Multi-Tenancy
Strict data isolation between facilities
Understanding how data flows through QAPIShield helps demonstrate our commitment to privacy and security.
Step 1: Data Input
Facility Staff → De-Identified Clinical Indicators → QAPIShield Platform
Step 2: Risk Analysis
QAPIShield Platform → AI Risk Engine (No PHI) → Risk Scores Generated
Step 3: Output Generation
Risk Scores → Interventions + Care Plans → Facility Dashboard
Step 4: Reporting
Dashboard Data → QAPI Reports → Compliance Documentation
Note: PHI never leaves the facility environment. Only de-identified clinical indicators are processed by QAPIShield's AI models.
Complete privacy and legal documentation is available for review:
QAPIShield maintains comprehensive administrative safeguards to ensure ongoing compliance and security.
| Safeguard | Description |
|---|---|
| Security Officer | Designated security officer responsible for compliance |
| Staff Training | Annual security and privacy training for all employees |
| Password Policy | Strong password requirements with regular rotation |
| Access Review | Quarterly review of user access privileges |
| Incident Response | Documented procedures for security incidents |
| Vendor Management | Security assessment of third-party vendors |
Technical controls protect the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of electronic protected health information.
| Control Category | Implementation |
|---|---|
| Access Control | Unique user IDs, automatic logoff, encryption |
| Audit Controls | Hardware, software, and procedural mechanisms |
| Integrity Controls | Data validation and error checking |
| Transmission Security | TLS encryption for all network communications |
| Risk Management | Regular risk assessments and vulnerability testing |
| Contingency Planning | Backup, recovery, and emergency mode procedures |
Physical security controls protect the facilities and equipment that store and process sensitive data.
| Safeguard | Description |
|---|---|
| Facility Access | Data centers with 24/7 security and biometric access |
| Workstation Security | Policies for workstation use and access |
| Device Controls | Media disposal and re-use procedures |
| Environmental Controls | Fire suppression, climate control, power backup |