ClearAdvantage® by Clearwater

The full-service, cost-effective cybersecurity & compliance solution 

ClearAdvantage for Healthcare is a managed services program that delivers a strong competitive differentiator.

A Unique, Comprehensive Cybersecurity and Compliance Managed Services Program

Managing complex cybersecurity and compliance operations can be difficult, if not impossible if you don’t have the required expertise or resources.

Whether in the early stages of building your organization, growing to the next level, or simply expanding into the healthcare industry, your cybersecurity and compliance program must meet healthcare’s nuanced requirements.

The ClearAdvantage managed services program ensures you stay current on all relevant healthcare industry standards and regulations.

Program Overview

“You can’t know it all yourself; finding an expert focused on cybersecurity and compliance in healthcare to be your partner is so critical.”

– Terri Ripley, CIO, OrthoVA

Experienced Leadership

An experienced vCISO or vCPO helps develop and execute a cybersecurity and compliance strategy, incorporating industry best practices.

On-Demand Expertise

Easy access to subject matter experts and managed security services from our 24x7x365 SOC.

Regulatory Framework

ClearAdvantage is built on relevant healthcare industry standards and regulations like the NIST Cybersecurity Framework, HIPAA, and 405(d) HICP.

Cost Savings

Our cost-effective approach averages
2-4x ROI over traditional cybersecurity and compliance programs.

Whether you are building a digital health company or delivering specialized patient care through a medical group, ClearAdvantage turns cybersecurity and HIPAA compliance from a liability to a competitive advantage.

Led by dedicated HIPAA compliance and security experts who understand the intricacies of security, cyber risk management, and compliance in your specific space, ClearAdvantage for Healthcare delivers ongoing cybersecurity and compliance leadership, services, and technology to scale as your business grows.

New for Regional & Critical Access Hospitals!

When it comes to regional and critical access hospitals, the challenges are different, but the stakes are just as high. You’re vital to ensuring patients in rural and underserved communities have access to healthcare—what happens if a ransomware attack cripples your ability to deliver care?

We’re here to help you get ahead of the risk with a program designed specifically for regional and critical access hospitals through ClearAdvantage for Healthcare. We’ll help you leverage the small or medium sub-practices in the 405(d) HICP framework so you can avoid breaches and cyberattacks and build a resilient cybersecurity posture to minimize impact and recover quickly if needed.

Experienced Leadership

An experienced vCISO or vCPO helps develop and execute a cybersecurity and compliance strategy, incorporating industry best practices.

On-Demand Expertise

Easy access to subject matter experts and managed security services from our 24x7x365 Security Operations Center.

Industry-Leading Software

Work smarter with our IRM|Pro® software platform. Modules built to power specific deliverables of an effective cyber risk management program make the most of your resources, drive better collaboration, and make it easy to demonstrate compliance.

Recognized Regulatory Framework

ClearAdvantage for regional and critical access hospitals is built on the 405(d) HICP framework. We’ll help you select the right set of sub-practices based on the 405(d) guidelines for small or medium hospitals and be ready to demonstrate your use of these recognized security practices.

Achieve Cost Savings

Our cost-effective approach averages 2-4x ROI over traditional cybersecurity and compliance programs.

Leverage Resources

Federal support and free tools are helpful, but you need the expertise and resources to take full advantage. We can help you leverage these resources to advance your cybersecurity efforts and protect your organization.

Featured Experts

Clearwater consultants walk alongside your organization to optimize your cybersecurity for a sustainable future.

SME Highlight

Hal Porter CISSP, CCSP, C|CISO, Security+, CE

Hal Porter offers Clearwater customers over 25 years of experience in Information Technology and Information Security, including 18 years of […]

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SME Highlight

Jacob Goodson, CISSP, CRISC, CISM, CISA

Jacob Goodson is a vCISO and Principal Consultant at Clearwater. He has over 20 years of experience, including over ten […]

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Learn more about how Clearwater helps you achieve your mission

Case Study

Recovering from a cyber incident, responding to the OCR, and building a cyber resilient posture for the future

A conversation with OrthoVA CIO, Terri Ripley

A conversation with OrthoVirginia CIO, Terri Ripley “It was that Swiss cheese effect; the gaps all lined up perfectly,” says […]

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Case Study

Strong Cybersecurity and HIPAA Compliance Program Positions CaringWays for Growth

President & Founder, Kristi Morrow

CaringWays partners with Clearwater to help develop and implement a cloud-based security program for its AWS-based fundraising platform

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Case Study

Empowering Providers Through a Technology-Driven Physician Practice Management Platform

A blinded case study

How a Fast-Growing Group of Autonomous Physicians Manages Cyber Risk.

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Why Clearwater?

We take on all your security and compliance needs

We designed the ClearAdvantage program to be reasonable and appropriate for each unique organization. You’ll work with a dedicated program leader who creates strategic and tactical roadmaps that align with and facilitate your goals and objectives based on risk appetite, customer requirements, certification objectives (such as HITRUST or SOC 2), and others.

Clearwater performs all security and compliance activities needed for the program, enabling you to focus on your business.

With security governance, risk management, and compliance assessments, 24/7 managed threat detection and response, incident response planning, and other included activities—all powered by our proven methodologies and software—ClearAdvantage helps you reduce risks, increase resiliency, and establish an authoritative security posture that puts you on the path to growth.

Physician Practice Management/Ambulatory Care

Cybersecurity and compliance are essential parts of your business, but addressing them the right way requires a lot of expertise and time. ClearAdvantage lightens the burden of protecting your business with strategic capabilities that simplify complexities, reduce costs, and maximize value.

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Digital Health

You can’t afford to fall short on cybersecurity and compliance requirements when focusing on product-market fit and staying ahead of the competition. Clearwater knows what it takes to get digital health and health IT companies on the fast track—and turn a liability into a competitive advantage.

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Medical Device/MedTech

Cybersecurity is critical to patient safety for medical devices, and interactions with ePHI require HIPAA compliance. ClearAdvantage helps you both protect patients and meet compliance requirements.

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Program Leadership & Transformation

If you need help with program leadership and management but aren’t ready for a full-blown managed services program, we’re here for you.

Featured Resources

Clearwater Cyber Briefing: Key Trends and Takeaways for November 2024

Clearwater Cyber Briefing: Key Trends and Takeaways for November 2024

In today’s ever-evolving threat landscape, staying ahead of cybersecurity risks is more critical than ever for healthcare organizations. That’s why, each month, Clearwater Security delivers a Cyber Briefing, providing a comprehensive digest of the latest news, emerging threats, and key updates from across the healthcare cybersecurity ecosystem. These briefings are designed to equip healthcare leaders with the knowledge and insights they need to safeguard their organizations and stay informed on the most pressing issues.
Experts Predict Increasing Digital Health Investment in 2025: Innovators Can Turn Cybersecurity into Value Creation

Experts Predict Increasing Digital Health Investment in 2025: Innovators Can Turn Cybersecurity into Value Creation

Digital innovation in healthcare continues to march forward, with artificial intelligence (AI) attracting even more attention and contributing to funding patterns across product categories and therapeutic areas. With a strong close to this year, 2024 funding dollars and deal counts could exceed 2023 historicals. This sustained growth demonstrates a healthcare landscape eager for technological advancements and poised to adopt new solutions that can drive efficiency and improve patient outcomes. Investors and innovators alike are seizing this opportunity to make a lasting impact on healthcare systems worldwide.

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