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HITRUST conducts a QA review of every validated assessment to confirm that assessors followed the methodology and applied consistent testing. QA does not re-test every control; instead, HITRUST selects a sample of Control Objectives across the assessment. For each sample, HITRUST reviews assessor notes, evidence, and testing procedures to ensure accuracy and completeness. This sampling approach balances efficiency with assurance, allowing HITRUST to evaluate the assessor’s work without duplicating the entire validation process. If issues are found, QA may expand its review or return the assessment for clarification. This process ensures that validated assessments meet HITRUST’s quality standards before reports or certifications are issued.

The weighting of partially inherited scores in HITRUST is determined by HITRUST’s methodology, not by mutual agreement between the assessed entity and service provider.

Organizations may identify which portions of a requirement are inherited vs. managed internally, but the actual scoring mechanics are controlled by the HITRUST CSF Assurance methodology to ensure consistency.

Extract Reference (HITRUST CSF Inheritance Guidance [0190]):

Weighting for partial inheritance is calculated using HITRUST’s scoring methodology, not negotiated between entities.

The AI Risk Assessment compliance factor is used to scope AI-related controls in assessments.

However, the HITRUST AI Security Certification requires assessment of AI Security requirements, not just the AI Risk Assessment factor.

Thus, the statement is incorrect.

Extract Reference (HITRUST AI Security Factor Guidance [0007]):

The AI Risk Assessment factor scopes AI-related controls but does not by itself equate to AI Security Certification.

CAP decisions are made at the Control Reference level, not both Requirement Statement and Control Reference levels. Individual requirement statements roll up into a control reference, and the control reference score determines whether a CAP is required. For instance, a low-scoring requirement may be present, but if the aggregated control reference score remains above the threshold, a CAP may not be required. Conversely, if the control reference score falls below the defined threshold, then a CAP is mandatory. This approach ensures consistency by focusing on control objectives as a whole rather than single requirements. Therefore, CAP decisions are not made independently at the requirement statement level, making the statement False.

HITRUST enforces a strict separation of duties to maintain assessor independence. External assessors are prohibited from remediating controls for their clients. Their role is to evaluate, test, and validate, not to design or implement fixes. If an assessor directly assists in remediation, they compromise their independence and introduce conflicts of interest. This situation undermines the credibility of the assurance program. In the example, because David assisted in remediation, he cannot objectively validate the effectiveness of the same control. The client would need to use separate consulting resources for remediation while retaining the assessor for independent validation. This rule preserves the integrity and impartiality of the certification process.

HITRUST Assurance Advisories (HAAs) are issued when necessary to communicate important updates, clarifications, or changes impacting the CSF Assurance Program. These advisories are not bound to a fixed schedule (monthly, quarterly, or annually), but rather published as needed.

Extract Reference (HITRUST CSF Assurance Program, CCSFP Content [0167]):

There is no formal schedule for issuing HITRUST Assurance Advisories; they are published on an as-needed basis to communicate relevant updates.

Correct response: There is no formal schedule.

The HITRUST CSF is not intended to replace existing regulatory frameworks such as HIPAA or security standards like NIST 800-53. Instead, the CSF harmonizes and integrates requirements from these and other authoritative sources into a single certifiable framework. For example, HIPAA Security Rule provisions and NIST 800-53 controls are mapped into the CSF domains and requirement statements. This enables organizations to demonstrate compliance with multiple frameworks through one assessment. However, the CSF does not eliminate or supersede the original obligations. Covered entities must still comply with HIPAA, and federal contractors may still need to align with NIST standards directly. The CSF serves as a consolidated implementation tool, not a legal or regulatory replacement.

A Corrective Action Plan (CAP) is used when a requirement statement is not fully satisfied. HITRUST requires specific information to ensure the CAP is actionable and trackable:

Responsible party → assigns accountability.

Status → indicates if the CAP is open, in progress, or closed.

Steps for remediation → outlines actions that will be taken.

Estimated completion date → provides a timeline for closure.

The amount of capital/expense is not a required element in HITRUST documentation, as CAPs focus on remediation planning and accountability, not budgeting.

Extract Reference (HITRUST CSF Assurance Program, CCSFP Guide, CAP Documentation [0064]):

Each CAP must include responsible individual(s), remediation steps, current status, and estimated completion date to be valid in MyCSF.