Definition
A Business Associate Agreement (BAA) is a contract between a covered entity and a business associate that outlines permitted uses of PHI and safeguard obligations.
Why it matters for business
Business Associate Agreement under HIPAA. Operations, security, and compliance conversations often assume this term is clear.
Example in an SMB context
A clinic, billing firm, or professional services company in the CT/NY/NJ region may need to explain how BAA applies when reviewing vendors, devices, or security documentation.
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