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
23
Regional Coverage
13 regions
Industry Coverage
10 industries
ISO 27701
ISO 27701 extends ISO 27001 for privacy information management.
Service Providers
21
Regional Coverage
14 regions
Industry Coverage
5 industries
| Dimension | HIPAA | ISO 27701 |
|---|---|---|
| Service Count | 23 | 21 |
| Regions | Asia Australia Canada Europe Germany Global India Israel +5 more | Africa Asia Australia Austria Canada Europe Germany Global +6 more |
| Industries | Finance Healthcare Insurance Manufacturing Private Equity Real Estate +4 more | Finance Healthcare Manufacturing Startups 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
