Is WS Form HIPAA Compliant?
WS Form is not HIPAA certified and does not specifically claim HIPAA compliance. Ensuring HIPAA compliance requires a combination of secure infrastructure, proper data handling procedures, and administrative safeguards that extend beyond the scope of any single plugin.
As such, it is the responsibility of the developer or site owner to ensure that all aspects of their form implementation — including hosting, data transmission, storage, and access controls — meet the requirements of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).
Understanding HIPAA Requirements
HIPAA is a U.S. federal law that protects the privacy and security of individuals’ health information. If your forms collect or handle electronic protected health information (ePHI), compliance involves:
- Hosting your website on a HIPAA-compliant server
- Using secure (encrypted) transmission and storage methods
- Implementing proper access controls and audit logs
- Maintaining appropriate administrative policies and agreements, such as Business Associate Agreements (BAAs)
WS Form and HIPAA
While WS Form includes many features that support secure and flexible form building, it is not specifically designed to meet HIPAA requirements. We do not offer HIPAA-specific documentation or features, nor do we enter into BAAs.
We are unable to provide support for HIPAA related inquries.
Final Note
If your project requires HIPAA compliance, we strongly recommend consulting with a legal or compliance expert to evaluate your complete environment and processes. WS Form can be a part of a secure solution, but compliance is ultimately determined by how and where your forms are implemented.