FAQ
Canada does not have HIPAA, but Ontario’s PHIPA is the closest equivalent. It governs the protection of PHI and data privacy in healthcare.
PHIPA compliance software must include encryption, access controls, audit logs, secure consent management, and real-time monitoring features.
PHI includes any identifying health, treatment, or medical history data collected or used by healthcare providers.
While PHIPA does not mandate a specific encryption algorithm, software should utilize industry-standard methods, such as AES-256, to secure PHI.
Yes. SaaS providers hosting or processing PHI for Ontario-based clients must meet all PHIPA software compliance requirements and may be subject to audits by oversight authorities.
Andrii Svyrydov
Founder / CEO / Solution Architect
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