Healthcare Trust Alliance

    HITRUSTCSF

    We work with our HITRUST-licensed partners to guide organizations toward achieving compliance with the Health Information Trust Alliance Common Security Framework (HITRUST CSF).

    What is HITRUST CSF?

    The HITRUST Common Security Framework (CSF) is a certifiable framework that provides organizations with a comprehensive, flexible, and efficient approach to regulatory compliance and risk management.

    HITRUST CSF harmonizes the requirements of existing standards, regulations, and frameworks including HIPAA, NIST, ISO 27001, PCI DSS, and others into a single overarching security framework.

    5,000+
    Organizations Using HITRUST
    20+
    Clients get e1, i1 and r2
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    Why Choose HITRUST CSF?

    The advantages of implementing HITRUST Common Security Framework

    Comprehensive Coverage

    Addresses requirements from 14 authoritative sources in one framework

    • HIPAA compliance
    • NIST alignment
    • ISO 27001 integration
    • PCI DSS coverage

    Risk-Based Approach

    Tailored controls based on your organization's specific risk factors

    • Organizational factors
    • System factors
    • Regulatory factors
    • Threat environment

    Third-Party Assurance

    Independent validation and certification by qualified assessors

    • HITRUST assessors
    • Standardized process
    • Validated assessment
    • Certification badge

    Continuous Monitoring

    Ongoing assessment and monitoring to maintain certification

    • Regular assessments
    • Control monitoring
    • Threat intelligence
    • Security metrics

    Business Efficiency

    Streamlined compliance process reduces audit fatigue

    • Single assessment
    • Multiple compliance
    • Reduced audits
    • Cost savings

    Market Recognition

    Industry-recognized certification enhances business relationships

    • Customer trust
    • Market advantage
    • Due diligence
    • Business growth

    HITRUST Assessment Types

    Choose the right assessment level for your organization

    e1 Assessment

    Entry-level assessment for smaller organizations

    Duration: 3-6 months
    Controls: 44 controls
    • Self-assessment option
    • Validated assessment option
    • Streamlined process
    • Cost-effective approach
    • Foundation for CSF certification
    Ideal for:
    Small to medium organizations
    Most Popular

    i1 Assessment

    Intermediate assessment with broader control coverage

    Duration: 6-12 months
    Controls: 75+ controls
    • Validated assessment required
    • Enhanced security posture
    • More comprehensive coverage
    • Interim certification available
    • Pathway to CSF certification
    Ideal for:
    Growing organizations

    r2 Assessment

    Full CSF assessment with comprehensive control coverage

    Duration: 12-18 months
    Controls: 156+ controls
    • Full HITRUST CSF certification
    • Comprehensive risk coverage
    • Maximum market recognition
    • Highest assurance level
    • Annual certification maintenance
    Ideal for:
    Large enterprises

    HITRUST Implementation Process

    Our proven methodology for achieving HITRUST CSF certification

    01

    Readiness Assessment

    Evaluate current security posture and determine readiness for HITRUST assessment

    Duration: 2-4 weeks
    02

    Scoping & Planning

    Define assessment scope, select appropriate assessment type, and create project plan

    Duration: 1-2 weeks
    03

    Control Implementation

    Implement required controls and document policies and procedures

    Duration: 12-24 weeks
    04

    Self-Assessment

    Complete MyCSF self-assessment and gather evidence for control implementation

    Duration: 4-8 weeks
    05

    Validation Assessment

    Independent third-party validation by HITRUST-authorized assessor

    Duration: 6-12 weeks
    06

    Certification

    HITRUST review and certification issuance upon successful validation

    Duration: 4-6 weeks

    HITRUST Pricing

    Outcome-focused pricing aligned to HITRUST CSF activities

    HITRUST CSF Assessment

    Starting Price
    $4,000

    Custom pricing available based on scope

    HITRUST assessment execution and remediation with Stage 1 & 2 audits for healthcare compliance organizations.

    • Assessment execution
    • Remediation planning
    • Stage 1 & 2 support
    • Healthcare compliance
    • Assessor coordination
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    Start your HITRUST journey with our expert guidance and proven track record of successful certifications.