Clearwater recently achieved a major milestone by winning the 2026 Best in KLAS award for Security and Privacy Consulting Services. This honor comes from the latest report by KLAS Research. The firm is the largest pure-play cybersecurity and compliance firm in the healthcare industry. This recognition highlights their commitment to protecting patient data across the healthcare ecosystem.
The company earned an impressive client performance score of 94.3 out of 100. This award relies entirely on direct feedback from healthcare providers and payers. It evaluates work like penetration testing and HIPAA privacy assessments. Clearwater supports diverse groups, including large health systems and physician practice management groups. Their team helps these organizations stay compliant while managing complex regulatory requirements.
“Being named Best in KLAS is especially meaningful because it is driven by the voices of our clients,” said Clearwater President Baxter Lee. “This award reflects the trust our clients place in us and the dedication of our team to helping healthcare organizations strengthen security and privacy programs in an increasingly complex threat landscape.”
Industry Leadership in Healthcare Security
A CTO client praised the firm’s specific knowledge of evolving healthcare threats during a September 2025 survey. Furthermore, the company offers a monthly Cyber Briefing to provide executive insights on modern risk landscapes. This newest 2026 Best in KLAS title adds to a list of industry accolades. For instance, the firm recently ranked on the 2025 Top Global MSSPs List. They also received top ratings from Black Book Market Research in 2025. Clearwater continues to lead the way in protecting sensitive information for the medical community. By their achievements, they make sure that healthcare providers can focus on caring for patients. Use the 2026 Best in KLAS winner to secure your organization now.
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Source: PRNewswire
