Server-side Google Tag Manager
The good news is that there are options out there to keep using Google Analytics 4 and other advertising pixels, while adapting the data you pass on to those platforms. The OCR Guidance calls into question whether it’s acceptable for a healthcare organization (“covered entity”) to pass potentially identifying information, like IP address, detailed location information and user ID, on to a third-party platform, but Google Analytics and other tracking pixels do this by default.
As a HIPAA-compliant digital marketing agency specializing in digital analytics, Full Media has the technical expertise to set up server-side Google Tag Manager, also called an “analytics proxy.”
How does server-side Google Tag Manager work?
Using server-side Google Tag Manager, the data collected on your healthcare website will be sent to a HIPAA-compliant server. That server will pass the data along to platforms like Google Analytics 4, Google Ads and Meta, but any data those platforms shouldn’t have—such as IP address or user ID—will not be passed on.
What are the benefits of server-side Google Tag Manager for healthcare organizations?
- Complete access and control over your website data.
- Preserve your current analytics and reporting structure on Google Analytics 4.
- Improve page load speed on your website.
- Support and expertise from a HIPAA-compliant digital analytics agency for ongoing management and governance over new tags and tracking.
How much does server-side Google Tag Manager cost?
Server-side Google Tag Manager tends to be among the most cost-effective approaches for organizations who are weighing switching to a new analytics platform or considering a Customer Data Platform. The cost depends on how much traffic your website gets. We will quote the implementation on a case-by-case basis.
Will I be able to sign a BAA for server-side Google Tag Manager?
Yes. Full Media will sign a BAA with your organization, and we will also ensure a BAA is in place with a HIPAA-compliant server to transmit your website data.
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