Why HIPAA-Compliant Cloud Hosting Matters: How OpenMetal Protects Healthcare Data

Updated on December 29, 2025 by Jen Royle-Jones

Why HIPAA Compliance Matters

Healthcare organizations have a lot on their plate, and keeping patient data secure is a top priority. With cyber threats on the rise and HIPAA regulations to follow, it’s crucial to have a cloud infrastructure that’s not just reliable but also fully compliant.

At OpenMetal, we take security seriously. Our cloud solutions are designed to help healthcare organizations and their partners keep Protected Health Information (PHI) safe while staying compliant with HIPAA. Here’s why that matters and how we make it happen.

The Challenge: Staying Compliant in the Cloud

If you’re in healthcare or work with healthcare data, you know that handling PHI isn’t just about storing it somewhere safe. You need strict security policies, access controls, and audit logs to meet HIPAA requirements. On top of that, compliance isn’t just a one-and-done deal—it’s an ongoing effort.

For example, a healthcare software provider might need a secure cloud environment to store and process patient data. The challenge? Balancing security, accessibility, and compliance without breaking the bank or making things overly complicated.

How OpenMetal Helps You Stay HIPAA-Ready

OpenMetal provides private cloud and bare metal solutions that help healthcare organizations and their partners stay secure and compliant. Here’s how:

1. Security That Meets HIPAA Standards

We follow ISO 27001:2022 ISMS best practices, which means our cloud infrastructure is built with top-tier security in mind. We constantly monitor and improve our systems to ensure PHI and ePHI are always protected.

2. Risk Management and Compliance Support

We go beyond just ticking compliance boxes—we actively work to keep your data secure. Our approach includes:

  • Security & Privacy Risk Assessments to find and fix vulnerabilities
  • Gap Analysis to ensure regulatory compliance
  • Technical Safeguards to prevent unauthorized access
3. Built-In Data Protection and Incident Response

We have incident response protocols and business continuity plans in place to keep your data secure—even in the event of a breach or disaster. Our security team stays on top of compliance, while encryption and automated logging add extra layers of protection.

Use Case: How OpenMetal Supports a Healthcare SaaS Provider

Imagine a healthcare SaaS company that provides an AI-powered analytics platform for hospitals. They handle large amounts of patient data, which must be stored securely and meet HIPAA compliance requirements.

Here’s how OpenMetal’s private cloud solution could support them:

  • Secure Data Hosting: The company deploys their application in OpenMetal’s private cloud, ensuring PHI is isolated from other environments.
  • Access Control & Encryption: With built-in access controls and encryption, they protect patient data from unauthorized access while ensuring only authorized staff can view sensitive information.
  • Automated Compliance Checks: OpenMetal’s infrastructure is regularly assessed for compliance risks, helping the company stay ahead of evolving HIPAA regulations.
  • Disaster Recovery & Business Continuity: In case of an outage or cyber incident, OpenMetal’s backup solutions allow for quick data recovery, minimizing downtime and protecting patient care operations.

By leveraging OpenMetal’s HIPAA-ready cloud, this SaaS provider can focus on innovation while ensuring data security and compliance requirements are met.

Why This Matters for Healthcare Organizations

Cyberattacks on healthcare organizations are increasing, and the costs are massive—not just financially, but in terms of patient trust and care. In fact, 88% of healthcare organizations reported experiencing at least one cyberattack in the past year, leading to operational disruptions and financial losses. In its 2025 review of healthcare cloud security, ScienceSoft notes that healthcare data breaches cost US organizations $10.93M on average, reinforcing the need for HIPAA-ready cloud security controls.

Let’s Secure Your Data Together

HIPAA compliance isn’t just about following the rules—it’s about protecting patient data and earning trust. OpenMetal gives you a scalable, secure, and compliant cloud environment, so you can focus on what really matters: delivering quality healthcare.

Need a HIPAA-compliant cloud solution? Let’s talk.

About OpenMetal

OpenMetal provides innovative private cloud infrastructure tailored for businesses looking for greater autonomy, security, and control over their cloud environments. Leveraging OpenStack technology, OpenMetal delivers a flexible, cost-effective alternative to public hyperscalers, enabling organizations to host mission-critical applications and data with unparalleled efficiency and privacy.

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