HIPAA vs ISO 27701: Which Framework Do You Need?
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
38
Regional Coverage
27 regions
Industry Coverage
15 industries
ISO 27701
ISO 27701 extends ISO 27001 for privacy information management.
Service Providers
27
Regional Coverage
25 regions
Industry Coverage
15 industries
| Dimension | HIPAA | ISO 27701 |
|---|---|---|
| Service Count | 38 | 27 |
| Regions | Asia Australia Austria Belgium Canada Denmark Europe Finland +19 more | Africa Asia Australia Austria Belgium Canada Denmark Europe +17 more |
| Industries | Construction Cryptocurrency Finance Government Healthcare Hospitality +9 more | Construction Cryptocurrency Finance Government Healthcare Hospitality +9 more |
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