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Coming Soon — Required by the Updated HIPAA Security Rule

We check your systems for weaknesses. Twice a year.

The new HIPAA rules will require a vulnerability scan at least every 6 months. You don't need to know what that means — Accountable runs the scan, explains what it found, and helps you fix anything that needs attention. Want to scan more often? You can set any cadence — monthly, quarterly, or whatever gives you peace of mind.

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What Is Vulnerability Scanning?

It's like a health screening for your technology

A vulnerability scan automatically checks your computers, websites, and online services for known security problems — things like outdated software, weak passwords, or settings that could let someone access your data.

It's not as intense as a penetration test. Think of it like a routine check-up versus a full physical. Both are important, and the new HIPAA rules will require both — but vulnerability scans happen more often and catch the most common issues.

What the new rule requires

  • At least every 6 months

    The updated HIPAA Security Rule will require scans at least twice a year. You can run them more often — monthly, quarterly, whatever works for your business.

  • Documented results

    You'll need a report showing what was scanned, what was found, and how you addressed it. Accountable generates this for you.

  • Issues must be addressed

    If the scan finds problems, you need a plan to fix them. We tell you what to do in plain language — no IT background required.

What We Handle

You run your practice. We watch your systems.

No hiring, no technical setup, no confusing reports. Just clear answers about your security.

  • Scans Run Automatically

    Choose your cadence — every 6 months to meet the minimum, or monthly/quarterly for more visibility. Scans run automatically and you'll get an email when each one is done.

  • We Find What's Outdated

    The scan checks for things like outdated software, weak settings, or services that shouldn't be visible to the internet. Common issues that are usually easy to fix.

  • Results in Plain English

    No security jargon. We tell you what was found, whether it's serious, and exactly what to do about it — in language anyone can understand.

  • We Prioritize What Matters

    Not every finding is urgent. We sort them by importance so you can focus on what matters most first — not a long list of technical warnings.

  • Everything Stored for Audits

    Every scan report is saved in your Accountable dashboard alongside your training, policies, and risk assessment. If an auditor asks, it's all in one place.

  • Help When You Need It

    Not sure what a finding means? Our Compliance Success Managers are available via chat, email, phone, or Slack to walk you through it.

3 Simple Steps

How It Works

No security background needed. We handle the technical work — you just review the results.

01

We set up your scan

Tell us about your business and the systems you use — your website, email, any online tools. We'll configure your first scan. No technical setup on your end.

02

We scan on your schedule

Set your cadence — every 6 months to meet the HIPAA minimum, or more frequently if you prefer. Scans run automatically and you'll get an email when results are ready.

03

You review, we help you fix

We show you what we found in plain English. If anything needs attention, we give you simple instructions. The report is stored in your compliance records — ready for any audit.

Be ready before the rule takes effect.

Join the waitlist and we'll notify you as soon as vulnerability scanning is available.

"We needed HIPAA compliance fast when we started working with healthcare clients. Accountable made the entire process feel manageable — from training our staff to getting our certificate. It gave us the confidence to take on new business."

— Dr. Sarah Chen, Operations Director, Bright Path Pediatrics

Don't wait for the deadline

Vulnerability scanning at least every 6 months is becoming a HIPAA requirement. Get ahead of it — Accountable handles the scans, the reports, and the follow-up. Scan every 6 months or more often — it's up to you.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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What is vulnerability scanning?
It's an automated check of your computers, websites, and online services for known security problems — like outdated software, weak settings, or things that shouldn't be visible to the internet. Think of it as a health screening for your technology.
How often do I need one under the new HIPAA rules?
The updated HIPAA Security Rule will require vulnerability scans at least once every 6 months. Accountable lets you choose your own schedule — every 6 months to meet the minimum, or monthly or quarterly if you want more frequent scanning. We run it automatically so you never miss a deadline.
Do I need to do anything technical?
No. We handle the entire setup. You don't need to install anything, configure anything, or understand security tools. We do the scan and explain the results in plain language.
What happens if the scan finds something?
We'll explain what was found, how serious it is, and exactly what to do about it — in clear, non-technical language. Most issues are simple to fix (like updating a piece of software), and our team is available to help.
How is this different from penetration testing?
A vulnerability scan looks for known problems in your systems (like outdated software). A penetration test goes further — it actually tries to break in to see if those problems are exploitable. The new HIPAA rules will require both: vulnerability scans every 6 months and a penetration test every 12 months. Accountable handles both.
Will this slow down my systems or affect patients?
No. Vulnerability scans are lightweight and run in the background. They don't access patient data and won't interrupt your day-to-day operations.