The Digital Information Security in Healthcare Act (DISHA) is a proposed piece of legislation in India that aims to improve the security, integrity, and availability of electronic health information. It creates a regulatory framework to keep EHI secure from illegal access, use, disclosure, disruption, modification, or destruction.
Compliance with DISHA requires healthcare providers and organizations to put in place strong technical and administrative measures, such as sensitive data encryption, constant security monitoring, and staff training on data protection best practices. A DISHA compliance assessment assesses an organization’s adherence to these criteria and is normally carried out by a certified third party auditor.
Certcube Labs plays an important role in assisting healthcare organizations with their compliance journey. Certcube Labs Pvt Ltd, a specialized cybersecurity service provider, provides comprehensive DISHA audit services, including readiness assessments, gap analysis, remediation plans, and final compliance verification. By connecting our knowledge with DISHA’s regulatory standards, we ensure that healthcare businesses remain secure, compliant, and audit ready.
Who Needs an Audit?
Any healthcare entity that collects, processes, stores, or transmits electronic health information (EHI) in India is subject to DISHA compliance—and thus requires a DISHA audit. This includes:
Why this Audit Matter?
With the rising digitization of healthcare data, protecting patient information is no longer discretionary; it is a legislative requirement. The Digital Information Security in Healthcare Act (DISHA) was designed to protect the privacy, security, and confidentiality of Electronic Health Information (EHI) in India. A DISHA compliance audit guarantees that healthcare businesses comply with the act’s technical and administrative requirements.
Why Choose Certcube Labs for DISHA Audit?
As a CERT-IN empanelled security partner, Certcube Labs provides:
- Experts in healthcare data and EHR security.
- DISHA-aligned reports and regulator-ready docs.
- Full-cycle support from VAPT to documentation.
- CERT-IN empanelled with national credibility.
DISHA Audit Process –Step-by-Step
Step 1: Scope Definition
We begin by identifying and defining the scope of the audit. This includes determining which business units, systems, and departments handle Electronic Health Records (EHRs) or other digital health data.
- Discussion with compliance officers, IT teams, and data custodians.
- Scope boundaries based on data flow and system architecture.
- Identifying all systems storing, transmitting, or processing personal health data.
Step 2: Data Handling Review
We assess how the organization collects, stores, uses, and shares personal health information, ensuring proper access controls and safeguards are in place.
- Mapping of Personal health information flow
- Consent management review
- Access control and role-based access enforcement
- Review of encryption for data at rest and in
transit
Step 3: Risk Identification & Management
We identify risks and vulnerabilities in systems, infrastructure, and workflows handling health data and evaluate them for DISHA compliance.
Includes:
- Threat identification and risk ranking.
- Vulnerability assessment and penetration testing.
- Creation of a risk treatment and mitigation plan.
Step 4: Documentation & Policy Review
We verify that all cybersecurity, privacy, and incident response policies are documented and aligned with DISHA requirements.
Includes:
- Review of cybersecurity policy.
- Data retention and disposal guidelines.
- Consent, grievance redressal, and data-sharing SOPs.
- Incident response and breach notification policy.
Step 5: Periodic Review & Internal Audit
DISHA compliance is an ongoing effort. We help you set up mechanisms for regular audits and reviews of security and privacy controls.
Includes:
- Schedule for internal audits.
- Policy and SOP refresh cycles.
- Periodic access reviews and data flow reassessment.
- Tracking improvements and audit readiness.
Step 6: Recovery & Incident Management Plan
In the event of a data breach or system failure,having a tested recovery plan is critical. We help you create and validate an internal recovery strategy.
Includes:
- Breach handling procedures.
- Communication protocol with affected patients.
- Forensic analysis and reporting.
- Lessons learned & preventive controls.
Step 7: Final Audit Report & Support
At the end of the audit, we deliver a comprehensive DISHA compliance report along with remediation advice and assistance in addressing non-conformities.
Includes:
- Summary of findings and risk posture.
- Technical evidence and screenshots.
- Actionable recommendations.
- Liaison support with stakeholders or regulators.