Episode 612: Free Email Isn’t Worth It: Why It’s a Bad Idea and What To Do Instead

In our latest episode, we explain why free email providers are inherently not HIPAA compliance compatible.

We discuss:

Why it’s necessary to have a Business Associate Agreement with your email service provider
Why clients can’t opt out of HIPAA
What requests for alternative or non-secure communication actually mean under the HIPAA Privacy Rule
What counts as Protected Health Information (PHI)
Why a free email address might be a red flag for prospective clients
How to get a BAA protected email, with a domain name or without