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CAS-004 Practice Question: Which THREE of the following are required for a…
Which THREE of the following are required for a valid Business Associate Agreement (BAA) under HIPAA? (Select THREE)
⚠ Common exam trap
The CAS-004 exam often tests the distinction between mandatory BAA elements (permitted uses, safeguards, breach notification) and optional contractual terms (indemnification, data storage location) to see if candidates confuse common business contract clauses with HIPAA regulatory requirements.
Answer choices
Why each option matters
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
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Permitted and required uses of PHI
A Business Associate Agreement (BAA) must specify the permitted and required uses of Protected Health Information (PHI) by the business associate. This is a core requirement under HIPAA §164.504(e)(2)(i) to ensure the business associate does not use or disclose PHI beyond what is authorized by the covered entity or required by law.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
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Indemnification clause for breaches
Why it's wrong here
Not required by HIPAA
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Permitted and required uses of PHI
Why this is correct
Must be specified
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Requirement to store data in the United States
Why it's wrong here
Not a HIPAA requirement
- ✓
Safeguards to protect PHI
Why this is correct
Required
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Procedures for breach notification
Why this is correct
Required
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