HIPAA vs PCI DSS - Compare Compliance Frameworks | ISMS Directory

HIPAA vs PCI DSS: Which Framework Do You Need?

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Wondering whether to pursue HIPAA or PCI DSS 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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PCI DSS

PCI DSS is a set of security standards for companies that process credit card information.

Service Providers

12

Regional Coverage

3 regions

Industry Coverage

4 industries

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Dimension	HIPAA	PCI DSS
Service Count	13	12
Regions	Canada Global	Canada Europe Global
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 PCI DSS if:

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

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