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Google AIOAbsentIs Airtable HIPAA compliant for patient data?slot 12Aug 21, 01:46 PM
Yes, Airtable can be HIPAA compliant, but only for **Enterprise Scale** plan subscribers who sign a **Business Associate Agreement (BAA)** via Airtable 's Health Information Exhibit . It is not compliant on lower tiers (Free, Team, or Business), and storing protected health information (PHI) there violates their terms.[](https://support.airtable.com/articles/5742348809-understanding-hipaa-at-airtable) [[1]](https://support.airtable.com/articles/5742348809-understanding-hipaa-at-airtable)[[2]](https://teachmehipaa.com/hipaa-baa/productivity/airtable/)Requirements for Compliance
- **Enterprise Scale Plan:** You must upgrade to Airtable 's highest organizational tier.
- **Signed BAA:** You must formally execute the [Airtable Health Information Exhibit](https://www.airtable.com/company/hipaa-airtable) containing the BAA.
- **Security Controls:** You must properly configure enterprise controls like SAML SSO, audit logs, and access permissions.[](https://support.airtable.com/articles/5742348809-understanding-hipaa-at-airtable) [[1]](https://support.airtable.com/articles/5742348809-understanding-hipaa-at-airtable)[[2]](https://www.accountablehq.com/post/is-airtable-hipaa-compliant-baa-phi-and-security-explained)[[3]](https://www.specode.ai/blog/is-airtable-hipaa-compliant)[[4]](https://www.jotform.com/hipaa/is-hipaa-compliant/airtable/)
Usage Restrictions
- **Data Location:** ePHI must only be stored within records inside bases or interfaces.
- **Exclusions:** Do not use Airtable AI or include PHI in customer support tickets.
- **Integrations:** Third-party add-ons and automated outgoing emails must also maintain independent HIPAA compliance.[](https://www.airtable.com/company/health-info-datasheet) [[1]](https://www.airtable.com/company/health-info-datasheet)[[2]](https://www.hipaajournal.com/is-airtable-hipaa-compliant/)
If you'd like, let me know:
- Your current **Airtable plan level**
- What **type of patient data** you plan to track
I can help you review your workflow constraints or alternative options.
Yes, Airtable can be HIPAA compliant, but only for Enterprise Scale plan subscribers who sign a Business Associate Agreement (BAA) via Airtable 's Health Information Exhibit. It is not compliant on lower tiers (Free, Team, or Business), and storing protected health information (PHI) there violates their terms.
A business associate, in the context of HIPAA, refers to any individual or entity that performs certain functions or activities th...
Airtable and HIPAA compliance Airtable now supports its customers' HIPAA compliance, a reversal of its earlier position that no Bu...
Enterprise Scale Plan: You must upgrade to Airtable 's highest organizational tier. Signed BAA: You must formally execute the Airtable Health Information Exhibit containing the BAA. Security Controls: You must properly configure enterprise controls like SAML SSO, audit logs, and access permissions.
- **Enterprise Scale Plan:** You must upgrade to Airtable 's highest organizational tier.
- **Signed BAA:** You must formally execute the [Airtable Health Information Exhibit](https://www.airtable.com/company/hipaa-airtable) containing the BAA.
- **Security Controls:** You must properly configure enterprise controls like SAML SSO, audit logs, and access permissions.[](https://support.airtable.com/articles/5742348809-understanding-hipaa-at-airtable) [[1]](https://support.airtable.com/articles/5742348809-understanding-hipaa-at-airtable)[[2]](https://www.accountablehq.com/post/is-airtable-hipaa-compliant-baa-phi-and-security-explained)[[3]](https://www.specode.ai/blog/is-airtable-hipaa-compliant)[[4]](https://www.jotform.com/hipaa/is-hipaa-compliant/airtable/)
HIPAA Compliance at Airtable Whether Airtable is “HIPAA compliant” for your organization depends on two things: (1) a signed Busin...
Is Airtable Technically HIPAA-Compliant? * Enterprise-only paywall. HIPAA support didn't exist until April 2024 and is still gated...
Airtable is transparent when it comes to HIPAA compliance. Its website states that Airtable is designed to adhere to the three HIP...
Data Location: ePHI must only be stored within records inside bases or interfaces. Exclusions: Do not use Airtable AI or include PHI in customer support tickets. Integrations: Third-party add-ons and automated outgoing emails must also maintain independent HIPAA compliance.
- **Data Location:** ePHI must only be stored within records inside bases or interfaces.
- **Exclusions:** Do not use Airtable AI or include PHI in customer support tickets.
- **Integrations:** Third-party add-ons and automated outgoing emails must also maintain independent HIPAA compliance.[](https://www.airtable.com/company/health-info-datasheet) [[1]](https://www.airtable.com/company/health-info-datasheet)[[2]](https://www.hipaajournal.com/is-airtable-hipaa-compliant/)
Requirements for HIPAA and/or CMIA Customers * Automations | Airtable automations allow users to automate workflows, including out...
In healthcare, Airtable has many potential uses. It could be used to keep track of appointments and consultant availability, strea...
If you'd like, let me know:Your current Airtable plan level
What type of patient data you plan to track
I can help you review your workflow constraints or alternative options.
If you'd like, let me know:
- Your current **Airtable plan level**
- What **type of patient data** you plan to track
I can help you review your workflow constraints or alternative options.
Airtable enables our customers to utilize our solution in compliance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act ...
Google AIOAbsentIs Airtable HIPAA compliant for patient data?slot 11Aug 20, 02:27 PM
Airtable is HIPAA compliant **only** for customers on the highest-tier **Enterprise Scale** plan who sign a formal **Business Associate Agreement (BAA)** via Airtable's Health Information Exhibit . Users on Free, Team, or Business plans are strictly prohibited from storing protected health information (PHI).[](https://support.airtable.com/articles/5742348809-understanding-hipaa-at-airtable) [[1]](https://support.airtable.com/articles/5742348809-understanding-hipaa-at-airtable)[[2]](https://teachmehipaa.com/hipaa-baa/productivity/airtable/)[[3]](https://www.paubox.com/blog/airtable-hipaa-compliant)Requirements and Limitations
- **Plan Tier:** Gated exclusively behind the [Airtable Enterprise Scale](https://www.airtable.com/company/hipaa-airtable) plan.
- **BAA Signature:** Must execute Airtable's Health Information Exhibit containing the BAA.
- **Storage Rules:** ePHI must remain strictly inside record cells within bases or interfaces.
- **Excluded Features:** Do not use Airtable AI, patient portals, or include PHI in customer support tickets.
- **Integrations:** Third-party app connections and external automations (like outgoing emails) must independently meet HIPAA rules.[](https://support.airtable.com/articles/5742348809-understanding-hipaa-at-airtable) [[1]](https://www.airtable.com/company/health-info-datasheet)[[2]](https://www.specode.ai/blog/is-airtable-hipaa-compliant)
If you'd like, let me know:
- Your current **Airtable plan**
- What kind of **patient data or workflow** you plan to build
I can help you determine if the Enterprise tier fits your project or if you need an alternative solution.
Airtable is HIPAA compliant only for customers on the highest-tier Enterprise Scale plan who sign a formal Business Associate Agreement (BAA) via Airtable's Health Information Exhibit. Users on Free, Team, or Business plans are strictly prohibited from storing protected health information (PHI).
A business associate, in the context of HIPAA, refers to any individual or entity that performs certain functions or activities th...
Airtable and HIPAA compliance Airtable now supports its customers' HIPAA compliance, a reversal of its earlier position that no Bu...
What does the Airtable BAA exclude? Airtable's BAA is available only to Enterprise Scale customers. Customers not on this plan are...
Plan Tier: Gated exclusively behind the Airtable Enterprise Scale plan. BAA Signature: Must execute Airtable's Health Information Exhibit containing the BAA. Storage Rules: ePHI must remain strictly inside record cells within bases or interfaces. Excluded Features: Do not use Airtable AI, patient portals, or include PHI in customer support tickets. Integrations: Third-party app connections and external automations (like outgoing emails) must independently meet HIPAA rules.
- **Plan Tier:** Gated exclusively behind the [Airtable Enterprise Scale](https://www.airtable.com/company/hipaa-airtable) plan.
- **BAA Signature:** Must execute Airtable's Health Information Exhibit containing the BAA.
- **Storage Rules:** ePHI must remain strictly inside record cells within bases or interfaces.
- **Excluded Features:** Do not use Airtable AI, patient portals, or include PHI in customer support tickets.
- **Integrations:** Third-party app connections and external automations (like outgoing emails) must independently meet HIPAA rules.[](https://support.airtable.com/articles/5742348809-understanding-hipaa-at-airtable) [[1]](https://www.airtable.com/company/health-info-datasheet)[[2]](https://www.specode.ai/blog/is-airtable-hipaa-compliant)
Requirements for HIPAA and/or CMIA Customers * Automations | Airtable automations allow users to automate workflows, including out...
Is Airtable Technically HIPAA-Compliant? * Enterprise-only paywall. HIPAA support didn't exist until April 2024 and is still gated...
If you'd like, let me know:Your current Airtable plan
What kind of patient data or workflow you plan to build
I can help you determine if the Enterprise tier fits your project or if you need an alternative solution.
If you'd like, let me know:
- Your current **Airtable plan**
- What kind of **patient data or workflow** you plan to build
I can help you determine if the Enterprise tier fits your project or if you need an alternative solution.
Google AIOAbsentIs Airtable HIPAA compliant for patient data?slot 10Aug 16, 03:08 PM
Airtable is HIPAA compliant **only** for customers on the [Airtable Enterprise Scale Plan](https://support.airtable.com/docs/understanding-hipaa-at-airtable) who sign a Health Information Exhibit containing a Business Associate Agreement (BAA). Users on Free, Team, or Business plans are strictly prohibited from storing electronic Protected Health Information (ePHI).[](https://support.airtable.com/docs/understanding-hipaa-at-airtable) [[1]](https://support.airtable.com/docs/understanding-hipaa-at-airtable)[[2]](https://teachmehipaa.com/hipaa-baa/productivity/airtable/)[[3]](https://www.paubox.com/blog/airtable-hipaa-compliant)Plan and Agreement Requirements
- **Enterprise Scale Plan:** Required to access Airtable's HIPAA compliance program.
- **Business Associate Agreement (BAA):** Must be executed via Airtable's Health Information Exhibit.
- **Lower Tiers:** Free, Team, and Business plans do not offer a BAA and cannot legally hold patient data.[](https://support.airtable.com/docs/understanding-hipaa-at-airtable)
Usage Rules and Restrictions
- **Storage Boundaries:** Patient health data (ePHI) must only live inside records within bases or interfaces.
- **No AI Features:** Airtable AI cannot be used or enabled in workspaces handling ePHI.
- **Support Limits:** You must never share or disclose ePHI with Airtable’s customer support team in tickets or screenshots.
- **Automations & Emails:** You cannot use automated email features to transmit raw ePHI out of the system.
- **External Integrations:** Any third-party tools or apps connected to your bases must also be HIPAA compliant and covered by their own BAAs.
- **No Patient Portals:** Airtable cannot be used as a public or direct patient portal.[](https://www.airtable.com/company/health-info-datasheet) [[1]](https://www.airtable.com/company/health-info-datasheet)[[2]](https://www.hipaajournal.com/is-airtable-hipaa-compliant/)
If you'd like, let me know:
- What **tier or plan** your organization currently uses
- What **type of workflow or data** you plan to build
I can help you evaluate if Airtable fits your project or suggest alternative ways to structure your data safely.
Airtable is HIPAA compliant only for customers on the Airtable Enterprise Scale Plan who sign a Health Information Exhibit containing a Business Associate Agreement (BAA). Users on Free, Team, or Business plans are strictly prohibited from storing electronic Protected Health Information (ePHI).
A business associate, in the context of HIPAA, refers to any individual or entity that performs certain functions or activities th...
Airtable and HIPAA compliance Airtable now supports its customers' HIPAA compliance, a reversal of its earlier position that no Bu...
What does the Airtable BAA exclude? Airtable's BAA is available only to Enterprise Scale customers. Customers not on this plan are...
Enterprise Scale Plan: Required to access Airtable's HIPAA compliance program. Business Associate Agreement (BAA): Must be executed via Airtable's Health Information Exhibit. Lower Tiers: Free, Team, and Business plans do not offer a BAA and cannot legally hold patient data.
- **Enterprise Scale Plan:** Required to access Airtable's HIPAA compliance program.
- **Business Associate Agreement (BAA):** Must be executed via Airtable's Health Information Exhibit.
- **Lower Tiers:** Free, Team, and Business plans do not offer a BAA and cannot legally hold patient data.[](https://support.airtable.com/docs/understanding-hipaa-at-airtable)
Storage Boundaries: Patient health data (ePHI) must only live inside records within bases or interfaces. No AI Features: Airtable AI cannot be used or enabled in workspaces handling ePHI. Support Limits: You must never share or disclose ePHI with Airtable’s customer support team in tickets or screenshots. Automations & Emails: You cannot use automated email features to transmit raw ePHI out of the system. External Integrations: Any third-party tools or apps connected to your bases must also be HIPAA compliant and covered by their own BAAs. No Patient Portals: Airtable cannot be used as a public or direct patient portal.
- **Storage Boundaries:** Patient health data (ePHI) must only live inside records within bases or interfaces.
- **No AI Features:** Airtable AI cannot be used or enabled in workspaces handling ePHI.
- **Support Limits:** You must never share or disclose ePHI with Airtable’s customer support team in tickets or screenshots.
- **Automations & Emails:** You cannot use automated email features to transmit raw ePHI out of the system.
- **External Integrations:** Any third-party tools or apps connected to your bases must also be HIPAA compliant and covered by their own BAAs.
- **No Patient Portals:** Airtable cannot be used as a public or direct patient portal.[](https://www.airtable.com/company/health-info-datasheet) [[1]](https://www.airtable.com/company/health-info-datasheet)[[2]](https://www.hipaajournal.com/is-airtable-hipaa-compliant/)
Requirements for HIPAA and/or CMIA Customers * Automations | Airtable automations allow users to automate workflows, including out...
In healthcare, Airtable has many potential uses. It could be used to keep track of appointments and consultant availability, strea...
If you'd like, let me know:What tier or plan your organization currently uses
What type of workflow or data you plan to build
I can help you evaluate if Airtable fits your project or suggest alternative ways to structure your data safely.
If you'd like, let me know:
- What **tier or plan** your organization currently uses
- What **type of workflow or data** you plan to build
I can help you evaluate if Airtable fits your project or suggest alternative ways to structure your data safely.
Airtable enables our customers to utilize our solution in compliance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act ...
First cited Aug 16, most recently Aug 21.