HITRUST Certification confirms that C3HIE meets rigorous cybersecurity and data protection standards through independent assessment and assurance.
SAN ANTONIO, TX, UNITED STATES, September 17, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — C3HIE, a leading Texas-based health information exchange (HIE) provider, announced that its data centers and health data management platform have achieved HITRUST certification, recognizing their commitment to cybersecurity, data protection, and information security.
The HITRUST e1 Certification demonstrates that C3HIE has met established cybersecurity requirements, confirming that robust controls are in place to safeguard sensitive information and effectively manage security risks.
Built on the HITRUST Assurance Program, the certification incorporates independent third-party testing, centralized quality assurance, and HITRUST’s Cyber Threat-Adaptive engine. Together, these measures help C3HIE maintain alignment with evolving cybersecurity threats and industry standards, including NIST, ISO, and OWASP.
“We want the healthcare community to place its trust directly in C3HIE, rather than relying solely on the security assurances of our technology vendors. Our goal is to demonstrate that trust through action and measurable security standards—not simply talk about it.”
— Jim Hoag, CEO of C3HIE
Jim Hoag, CEO of C3HIE, emphasized the organization’s commitment to building trust within the healthcare community. He explained that C3HIE wants healthcare organizations to place their trust directly in the HIE provider rather than relying solely on its technology vendors. To reinforce this commitment, C3HIE independently validated the security of its HIE environment through HITRUST certification, demonstrating its focus on proving security and trust through measurable standards.
Gregory Webb, CEO of HITRUST, said that achieving HITRUST Certification highlights C3HIE’s commitment to managing information security risks and protecting sensitive data through a rigorous and established assurance process. He added that the certification reflects C3HIE’s proactive approach to cybersecurity and strengthening trust.
Bimal Sheth, EVP of Standards Development & Assurance Operations at HITRUST, noted that the HITRUST Assurance Program provides a rigorous and dependable framework through comprehensive control requirements, detailed assessments, and consistent oversight. He said C3HIE’s certification demonstrates the organization’s proactive approach to cybersecurity, data protection, and information risk management.
About C3HIE
C3HIE is a Texas-based statewide nonprofit organization that connects healthcare providers through a secure, bi-directional health information exchange. Its platform enables the secure sharing of ADTs, laboratory results, imaging reports, clinical notes, and CCDs. C3HIE also provides customized solutions, including real-time notifications, predictive analytics, longitudinal patient records, and collaboration with community resources. Learn more at www.C3HIE.org.
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