Common use of HIPAA Obligations Clause in Contracts

HIPAA Obligations. Contractor acknowledges that federal regulations relating to the confidentiality of PHI requires Covered Entities and Business Associates to comply with HIPAA. HIPAA requires BHL to ensure that Business Associates who receive confidential information in the course of providing services on behalf of BHL comply with certain HIPAA obligations regarding the confidentiality of PHI. Accordingly, Contractor shall only use and/or disclose PHI in a manner consistent with this Agreement, the Underlying Agreement, the Privacy Rule, the Security Rule or as Required by Law and only in connection with providing services hereunder.