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HEALTHCARE CO-SPONSORSHIP AGREEMENT

Parties and Effective Date

This Healthcare Co-Sponsorship Agreement (the Agreement) is entered into by and between:

Effective Date: . Term: , unless earlier terminated in accordance with Section 8.

Recitals

WHEREAS, Healthcare Organization operates and manages healthcare services and programs and Co-Sponsor desires to co-sponsor the Program described below; and WHEREAS, the parties desire to set forth their respective obligations, financial contributions, responsibilities for patient privacy, and other terms governing the co-sponsorship.

Program Location(s): . Anticipated Program Start Date: — Anticipated End Date: .

Scope of Co-Sponsorship

Co-Sponsor shall provide the contributions and perform the activities described below. All contributions and activities shall conform to applicable healthcare laws and the privacy protections set forth in this Agreement.

Financial Terms

Payments and reimbursement shall be made in accordance with this section. Co-Sponsor acknowledges that funds provided to Healthcare Organization may be subject to audit.

Insurance; Indemnification; Liability

Each party shall maintain insurance in commercially reasonable amounts. The following minimum coverages apply and are to be maintained throughout the term.

Indemnification: Each party agrees to indemnify, defend and hold harmless the other party and its officers, directors, employees and agents from and against any and all claims, liabilities, losses, damages, costs and expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising out of the indemnifying party’s breach of this Agreement, gross negligence or willful misconduct.

Compliance with Laws and Privacy (HIPAA)

Both parties shall comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws, including those governing protected health information (PHI). If Co-Sponsor will receive PHI, the parties shall execute a separate Business Associate Agreement or incorporate the following PHI handling terms:

Check if Co-Sponsor will receive PHI

Patient Participant Information (if Program involves patients)

If Program participants include patients, the following participant information shall be collected and handled in accordance with the privacy provisions above.

Date of Birth:    Gender:    Phone:

Insurance & Medical History (Patient)

Policy Number:    Group Number:    Subscriber Name:

HIPAA Authorization & Acknowledgment

Patient hereby authorizes the disclosure of protected health information (PHI) as necessary for the Program. Patient acknowledges that Co-Sponsor may receive PHI solely to the extent necessary for performance under this Agreement and that such disclosures will be subject to confidentiality and limited-use requirements.

The patient may revoke this authorization in writing at any time, except to the extent that action has already been taken in reliance on the authorization. Revocation must be submitted to the Healthcare Organization contact listed below.

Term; Termination; Notices

This Agreement shall commence on the Effective Date and continue for the Term unless terminated earlier in accordance with this section. Either party may terminate for material breach upon written notice providing days' opportunity to cure. Termination for convenience requires days' written notice.

Confidentiality; Publicity

Confidential Information disclosed by either party shall be used only for purposes of performance under this Agreement. Neither party shall issue publicity or use the other party's trademarks, logos or trade names without prior written consent, except as required to identify the parties as co-sponsors in promotional materials approved in advance.

Miscellaneous

This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the parties with respect to its subject matter and supersedes all prior agreements. Amendments must be in writing signed by authorized representatives of both parties. This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the state identified below.

Certification: Each party represents and warrants that it has the full power and authority to enter into this Agreement, that the signatory is duly authorized, and that performance of this Agreement will not violate any other agreement or applicable law.

Healthcare Organization:

By:

Date:

Co-Sponsor:

By:

Date:

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What the Healthcare Co-Sponsorship Agreement Covers

A Healthcare Co-Sponsorship Agreement is a written contract that sets out shared responsibilities between two or more organizations sponsoring a health-related program, study, or service. It identifies parties, funding or in-kind support, roles and deliverables, ownership of data and intellectual property, and regulatory responsibilities such as HIPAA compliance and patient privacy protections. The agreement also defines the duration, termination rights, indemnities, insurance requirements, and dispute resolution processes so each co-sponsor understands legal and operational obligations.

Why use a formal co-sponsorship agreement

A clear agreement reduces ambiguity about financial contributions, data access, and regulatory compliance. It documents responsibilities for protected health information handling, risk allocation, and measurable deliverables, which helps avoid disputes and supports auditability under HIPAA and other applicable law.

Why use a formal co-sponsorship agreement

Who commonly completes this agreement

Typical signers and stakeholders involved in a Healthcare Co-Sponsorship Agreement are listed below.

  • Hospital systems and health networks responsible for patient care and program oversight.
  • Academic medical centers or research institutions sponsoring clinical activities or trials.
  • Private companies and non-profits providing funding, marketing, or operational support.

These groups coordinate legal, compliance, finance, and program teams to ensure documents reflect HIPAA obligations, grant or contract terms, and operational logistics.

Essential sections to include in a professional agreement

A comprehensive agreement organizes responsibilities into distinct sections so obligations and compliance controls are explicit and enforceable.

Parties and Definitions

Identify each co-sponsor clearly by legal entity name, address, and authorized representative; define capitalized terms used throughout the agreement.

Scope and Deliverables

Describe the program, services, timelines, and measurable deliverables including milestones, reporting requirements, and acceptance criteria.

Financial Contributions

Specify monetary payments, in-kind support, payment schedule, invoicing procedures, and audit rights tied to budget and reconciliation processes.

Data Sharing and PHI

Detail permitted uses, data categories, de-identification rules, minimum necessary principles, and whether a separate Business Associate Agreement is required.

Compliance and Insurance

State HIPAA obligations, required insurance coverages, indemnification, regulatory reporting, and responsibilities for breach notification and remediation.

Termination and Dispute Resolution

Specify termination triggers, notice periods, transition assistance, survival of key provisions, and the chosen dispute resolution method and governing law.

Step-by-step: completing and executing the agreement

Follow these sequential steps to prepare, review, and finalize a Healthcare Co-Sponsorship Agreement.

  • 01
    Gather documents: Collect charters, budgets, and privacy policies.
  • 02
    Draft core terms: Define scope, payments, and deliverables.
  • 03
    Add compliance addenda: Include BAA, HIPAA safeguards, and data controls.
  • 04
    Execute and store: Obtain signatures and archive the fully signed copy.

How to configure a digital workflow for online completion

Typical digital workflows include templates, signer order, authentication, and automated storage; configure these elements before sending for signatures.

Field | Configuration Template name | Use conditional and required fields
Authentication | Method Email + SMS code | Standard for most co-sponsors
Signing Order | Routing Sequential | Ensure approvals occur in the right order
Audit Trail | Capture Enable timestamps, IP addresses, and signer events
Storage Location | Retention Encrypted cloud | Apply retention policy and access controls

Typical document lifecycle: from draft to archived record

The digital signing flow follows upload, field placement, routing, signing, and secure archival — each step records metadata for compliance and audit.

  • Upload: Upload the finalized draft to the signing platform.
  • Place fields: Add signature, date, and initial fields where required.
  • Send: Route to signers in defined sequence or via parallel links.
  • Archive: Store executed agreement with audit trail and access controls.

Technical considerations for e-signing and eSubmission

Confirm platform capabilities that support secure execution, compliance, and integrations before sending the document.

  • Integrations: Salesforce, NetSuite, Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, Box
  • File formats: PDF, DOCX, and other editable formats supported
  • Authentication: Email, SMS code, or stronger KBA where required

Ensure the chosen platform provides an audit trail, encrypted storage, and the ability to attach BAAs for HIPAA-covered workflows when handling PHI.

Key timing obligations and notice windows

Define time-based obligations in the agreement and ensure each party monitors deadline triggers to avoid missed obligations or penalties.

Effective Date:

Contract start date that begins obligations and reporting schedules.

Insurance Proof Deadline:

Provide certificates of insurance within 30 days of effective date.

Data Sharing Start:

Begin permitted data transfers on the agreed start date or when BAA executed.

Renewal Notice:

Provide written renewal notice 60–90 days before term end.

Termination Notice:

Submit termination notice per contract, typically 30–90 days.

Milestone timeline from negotiation to final archive

A sequential milestone timeline helps coordinate approvals, data handover, and closeout activities across sponsors.

01

Negotiate Terms

Parties finalize scope, funding, and deliverables during negotiation.

02

Regulatory Review

Compliance teams review HIPAA, IRB, and procurement requirements.

03

Execute Agreement

Authorized signatories sign the agreement and any BAAs.

04

Operational Handoff

Begin implementation, data transfers, and joint reporting cycles.

Common preparation and execution mistakes to avoid

  • Failing to include a separate Business Associate Agreement when PHI will be shared, which undermines HIPAA compliance.
  • Using vague role descriptions that leave deliverables and payment timing open to dispute and delayed performance.
  • Neglecting to specify data handling, retention, and de-identification standards, increasing regulatory and reputational risk.
  • Allowing unauthorized signatories to execute the agreement, which may render the document unenforceable or require re-execution.

Primary legal and financial risks from incorrect agreements

HIPAA Penalties: Civil and criminal fines; BAA required
Contract Liability: Breach damages and indemnity obligations
Regulatory Enforcement: State attorney general or HHS action
Data Breach Costs: Notification, remediation, and reputation harm
Funding Disallowance: Loss of grant reimbursements or audit adjustments
Operational Disruption: Pauses in program delivery or data transfers

Operational controls and required security elements

Encryption: AES-256 at rest; TLS 1.2/1.3 in transit
BAA: Business Associate Agreement when PHI is handled
Access Controls: Role-based access and multi-factor authentication
Audit Trail: Full signing history and event logging
Minimum Necessary: Limit data shared to necessary fields only
Retention Policy: Documented retention and secure deletion rules

Real-world examples of co-sponsorship execution

These examples illustrate how healthcare organizations and partners use digital signing and clear agreements to manage joint programs and patient data.

Fertility Centers of Illinois

A clinic partnered with an outside lab needing signed patient consents for shared testing

  • Streamlined patient consents reduced processing time
  • "The airSlate SignNow team has been exceptional, responsive, the API has been great, and we're extremely happy that we chose airSlate SignNow as a company."

Optica Ventures LLC

A small healthcare services provider co-sponsored a community screening program with a non-profit

  • Used standardized templates and e-signing to onboard locations quickly
  • "The interface is simple and easy-to-use for our team; more importantly, it is just as easy for our customers."

Common eSignature vendor pricing and capability snapshot

This table compares starting prices and select capabilities for popular eSignature vendors; signNow is placed first per platform comparison conventions.

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Starting Price $8/user/mo $15/user/mo $14/user/mo $19/user/mo $15/user/mo
Free Trial 7-day free trial, no card required Varies Varies Varies Varies
Bulk Send Yes Yes Yes Yes No
Audit Trail Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
HIPAA Compliant Yes Yes Yes No No

Frequently asked questions about Healthcare Co-Sponsorship Agreements

Answers to common questions about enforceability, e-signatures, HIPAA, and practical next steps when preparing a co-sponsorship agreement.


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