HITRUST CERTIFICATION SERVICES

Organizations face mounting pressure to demonstrate security maturity, not just to regulators, but to partners, payers, and patients who demand proof. HITRUST certification has become the gold standard for that proof, but the path to certification is notoriously complex, time-consuming, and riddled with rework. Avertium changes that. As a HITRUST Authorized CSF Assessor with Certified CSF Practitioners and Certified HITRUST Quality Professionals on staff, Avertium’s HITRUST Certification Services guide organizations through every stage of the certification journey; from initial scoping and evidence collection through submission, CAP remediation, and renewal.

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As an external assessor, Avertium offers end-to-end support for HITRUST e1, i1, and r2. Whether you want your organization to become HITRUST CSF certified for the first time, or you require support for renewing your certification, Avertium is your go-to resource for bringing context to the chaos of HITRUST. View more of our services in the official HITRUST Directory.

A true end-to-end partner, not a portal pointer: As a HITRUST Authorized CSF Assessor with Certified CSF Practitioners and Certified HITRUST Quality Professionals on staff, Avertium guides customers through every stage of e1, i1, and r2, including first-time certification, interim assessments, and renewals. Unlike assessors who simply hand customers a portal login and walk away, Avertium pre-screens evidence, guides customers through the submission process, and actively works to minimize corrective action plans (CAPs).
One-to-many evidence collection that saves time and reduces friction: Avertium's signature approach collects evidence once, tests it against all applicable requirements, and applies it across the entire framework, eliminating the redundant, multi-location uploads that frustrate customers and slow down the process.

HITRUST e1 CERTIFICATION

Essentials, 1-year Readiness / Validated Assessment

Designed for organizations in early stages of HITRUST.

HITRUST i1 CERTIFICATION

Implemented, 1-Year Readiness / Validated Assessment

Applicable for small to medium sized organizations requiring a low / moderate assurance for customers or clients.

HITRUST r2 CERTIFICATION

Risk-based, 2-Year Readiness / Validated Assessment

This validated assessment is typically conducted for a medium to large enterprise that has a mature security program.

HITRUST OUTCOMES

While HITRUST is effective, meeting its requirements is easier said than done.

To get HITRUST CSF certified, it takes a team that knows HITRUST. A team that knows your organization and its security gaps. And perhaps most importantly, it takes a team that has the time and consistency to achieve and maintain HITRUST. Luckily, that is where Avertium comes in. For all three assessments, Avertium’s External Assessors are here to help.

Get help navigating the complexities of HITRUST.

Whether you need help choosing a portal subscription or accurately scoping controls in the context of your unique environment, we can be your go-to resource.

Identify gaps in your security posture.

With a gap analysis assessment, we provide you insight into what you can expect throughout the HITRUST validation and certification process while also pinpointing shortcomings.

Drive efficiency and enhance security maturity.

You can get the most from the HITRUST process by integrating remediation services*, existing policies and procedures, and recognized security and compliance frameworks such as HIPAA, NIST, ISO, SOC 2, and PCI DSS.

*Remediation Services that maintain very strict boundaries between Managed services and our HITRUST program work.

Avoid a failed assessment with a trusted partnership.

Many other external assessors take a pass / fail approach to HITRUST, but Avertium’s approach is about partnership – not policing. We go the extra mile to be certain you understand what HITRUST means, how it works, and what you need to do to get the certification.

Save time and effort with Avertium’s one-to-many approach.

Gathering evidence for HITRUST can be frustrating with endless document requests. Avertium’s mission is to streamline that process by having one piece of evidence satisfy as many HITRUST requirement statements as possible.

Ensure continuous compliance well after your initial HITRUST certification.

Avertium ensures continuity in the value of your HITRUST certification by forming a long-term partnership with your organization.

WHY AVERTIUM?

Achieve HITRUST Certification with Confidence

Achieving HITRUST certification requires more than checking compliance boxes; it demands the ability to align security, privacy, and regulatory requirements with documented controls, operational processes, and continuous evidence collection.

As a HITRUST Authorized External Assessor firm, Avertium uniquely helps organizations accelerate and simplify their HITRUST journey by combining deep cybersecurity expertise and trusted compliance consulting services into a single engagement. Rather than delivering a gap assessment and leaving customers to navigate remediation on their own, Avertium provides hands-on guidance to identify control deficiencies, prioritize corrective actions, implement technical and administrative safeguards, and generate the evidence required for validation. Avertium helps organizations build a sustainable security program that not only supports HITRUST certification but also strengthens overall cyber resilience.

The result is a more efficient path to certification, reduced audit burden, and greater confidence that controls remain effective long after the assessment is complete.

BUSINESS-FIRST SECURITY

MORE SECURE

Our process was built to serve your business. We strive to bring clarity and efficiency to the chaos of HITRUST certification.

Working with us, you will get a phased approach that incorporates meticulous project management, clear guidance on what is needed and when it is needed, as well as regular check-ins with HITRUST specialists who are committed to translating the endless technical jargon into simple action steps.

CYBER FUSION ENGINE

MORE COMPLIANT

We approach HITRUST as a program rather than an audit. Evidence collection is scheduled and proactively planned throughout the year.

The rigorous and comprehensive nature of the HITRUST framework, combined with the context-based, holistic approach from Avertium, ensures your organization can address both security and compliance challenges in a unified way.

HUMAN ELEMENT

MORE ROI

Our team combines HITRUST authorized external assessors with managed and cloud security & compliance expertise – all under one roof – enabling us to help you navigate the complexities of HITRUST and minimize disruption in your daily operations.

We go the extra mile to be certain you understand what HITRUST means, how it works, and what you need to do to get the certification.

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