HIPAA vs ISO 27701 - Compare Compliance Frameworks | ISMS Directory

HIPAA vs ISO 27701: Which Framework Do You Need?

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Wondering whether to pursue HIPAA or ISO 27701 certification? This comparison covers the key differences between these frameworks, the number of service providers available for each, and guidance on which might be the right choice for your organization.

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HIPAA

HIPAA sets standards for protecting sensitive patient health information in the United States.

Service Providers

13

Regional Coverage

2 regions

Industry Coverage

4 industries

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ISO 27701

ISO 27701 extends ISO 27001 for privacy information management.

Service Providers

8

Regional Coverage

3 regions

Industry Coverage

4 industries

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Dimension	HIPAA	ISO 27701
Service Count	13	8
Regions	Canada Global	Global United Kingdom United States
Industries	Finance Healthcare Manufacturing Technology	Finance Healthcare Manufacturing Technology

Which Do You Need?

Choose HIPAA if:

- Your clients or partners require HIPAA certification
- You operate in regions where HIPAA is the standard
- You need a HIPAA-specific compliance approach

Choose ISO 27701 if:

- Your clients or partners require ISO 27701 certification
- You operate in regions where ISO 27701 is the standard
- You need a ISO 27701-specific compliance approach

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