HIPAA Compliance Guardian MCP Server
A Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that provides comprehensive HIPAA compliance guidance for developers building healthcare applications. This server offers expert knowledge and tools to help ensure your applications meet HIPAA Security and Privacy Rule requirements.
π₯ What is HIPAA?
The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) establishes national standards for protecting sensitive patient health information. This MCP server provides developers with:
PHI Identification: Determine if your data constitutes Protected Health Information
Security Requirements: Understand encryption and technical safeguard requirements
Business Associate Rules: Navigate third-party vendor compliance
Communication Guidelines: Learn compliant notification and messaging practices
Safeguards Checklist: Comprehensive technical and physical safeguard requirements
π Quick Start
Prerequisites
Node.js 18+
npm or yarn
Installation
Clone and install dependencies:
git clone <your-repo-url> cd ultimate-hipaa-guide npm installRun the server:
npx tsx server.tsConnect to your MCP client: Add this server to your MCP client configuration (e.g., Claude Desktop, Ollama, etc.)
π οΈ Available Tools
1. confirmIfDataIsPHI
Purpose: Determine if specific data types constitute Protected Health Information (PHI)
Input:
dataType
(string): Description of the data (e.g., "patient name and diagnosis", "step count")
Use Case: When you need to determine if your app's data collection requires HIPAA compliance
2. checkDataEncryptionRequirements
Purpose: Get specific encryption requirements from the HIPAA Security Rule
Input: None required
Use Case: Understanding technical safeguards for data protection
3. getBusinessAssociateRules
Purpose: Learn about Business Associate compliance requirements
Input: None required
Use Case: When working with third-party vendors or cloud services
4. getNotificationAndCommunicationRules
Purpose: Understand compliant communication methods
Input: None required
Use Case: Implementing user notifications, emails, or push notifications
5. getSafeguardsChecklist
Purpose: Get comprehensive technical and physical safeguard requirements
Input: None required
Use Case: Building a compliance checklist for your application
π Example Usage
Scenario: Building a Fitness App with Health Data
Scenario: Healthcare Provider Integration
ποΈ Architecture
π Knowledge Base
The server uses a comprehensive HIPAA knowledge base (hipaa-content.json
) containing:
HIPAA Basics: What is HIPAA and who it applies to
Security Rule: Technical, physical, and administrative safeguards
Mobile Applications: Specific guidance for mobile health apps
Developer Considerations: Practical implementation advice
Business Associates: Third-party vendor requirements
π§ Development
Project Structure
Adding New Tools
Define the tool schema:
server.tool( 'yourToolName', { description: 'What your tool does', schema: z.object({ // Define your input parameters }), }, async (args) => { return { content: [{ type: 'text', text: 'Your response here' }] }; } );Update the knowledge base in
hipaa-content.json
if needed
Running in Development
π‘οΈ Security Considerations
This server provides guidance only and should not be considered legal advice
Always consult with qualified legal professionals for compliance matters
The knowledge base is based on current HIPAA regulations but may not reflect recent changes
Implement security measures appropriate for your specific use case
π€ Contributing
Fork the repository
Create a feature branch
Add your improvements
Update the knowledge base if needed
Submit a pull request
π License
[Add your license here]
βοΈ Disclaimer
This MCP server provides educational information about HIPAA compliance for developers. It is not intended as legal advice. Always consult with qualified legal professionals for specific compliance requirements and legal matters related to your application.
π Resources
Built with β€οΈ for the healthcare developer community
hipaa-guardian-mcp
Tools
Provides comprehensive HIPAA compliance guidance for developers building healthcare applications. Offers tools to identify PHI, understand encryption requirements, navigate business associate rules, and ensure compliance with HIPAA Security and Privacy Rules.
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