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CCSP Practice Question: Migrating healthcare data to the cloud and must…
A company is migrating healthcare data to the cloud and must comply with HIPAA. They need to sign a Business Associate Agreement (BAA) with the CSP. What key element must be included in the BAA?
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 uses and disclosures of protected health information (PHI)
A Business Associate Agreement (BAA) must specify the permitted uses and disclosures of protected health information (PHI) by the business associate, which is a fundamental requirement under HIPAA. Option A is wrong because while encryption requirements are often included in a BAA, they are not the key element; permitted uses are more essential. Option B is wrong because audit log retention period is an operational detail, not a core element. Option C is wrong because breach notification timeframe is important but secondary to defining permitted uses and disclosures.
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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Data encryption requirements for data at rest and in transit
Why it's wrong here
Encryption is a security measure, but the BAA's primary purpose defines data handling.
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Audit log retention period for access to PHI
Why it's wrong here
Audit logs are part of security, not a core BAA element.
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Breach notification timeframe to the covered entity
Why it's wrong here
Breach notification is important but secondary to defining permitted uses.
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Permitted uses and disclosures of protected health information (PHI)
Why this is correct
The BAA must state how the CSP can use and disclose PHI.
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