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Why are special agreements needed?
Special agreements, often called Business Associate Agreements (BAAs), are crucial when healthcare providers use third-party services that handle patient data. These agreements legally bind the service provider to protect the information according to privacy laws, ensuring that identifiable health data remains confidential and secure, unlike with standard consumer apps.
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