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PHI or Protected Health Information is pretty much anything that pertains to the patient's medical condition and can be used by a reasonable person to identify the patient. So, if I say, "a man with a broken leg", that's Heath information but not PHI. If, however, I say, "Fred Jones checked into our hospital today", that IS PHI. Other individually identifying health information (IIHI) includes SSN, phone number, email address or website, physical description, Patient ID Number (PIN), and quite a few other data. PHI is a major factor in the Administrative Simplification section of HIPAA, where -- for the first time -- federal law protects patient privacy. Very specific conditions are set up that allow or deny the exchange of PHI, with and without the patient's permission. Also, AdminSimp allows the patient to view her own medical record and PHI (in most cases), and to ask for corrections to the medical chart (actually the Designated REcord Set in HIPAA-speak). HIPAA sets a structure for criminal offense, fines and potential imprisonment for the illegal disclosure of PHI, and requires Covered Entities (CE's) to protect PHI pretty strenuously.
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What one of two types of PHI access mandated by HIPAA?
HIPAA Representative ask to see PHI
Under HIPAA a person or entity that provides services to a CE that do not involve the use or disclosure of PHI would be considered a WHAT.?
Under HIPAA, a person or entity that provides services to a covered entity (CE) but does not involve the use or disclosure of protected health information (PHI) is considered a "business associate." However, if the services provided do not involve PHI at all, the entity may not fall under HIPAA's business associate definition and may not have to comply with HIPAA regulations. It's important to evaluate the nature of the services provided to determine the appropriate classification.
True or False Under HIPAA a person or entity that provides services to a CE that do not involve the use or disclosure of PHI would be considered a BA.?
FalseUnder HIPAA, only a person or entity that provides services to a covered entity that involve the use or disclosure of PHI would be considered a business associate.
The HIPAA Security Rule applies to what?
PHI transmitted electronically
What data qualifies as ePHI in regards to hipaa?
PHI is "Protected Health Information" in the HIPAA law, which is any information that identifies the patient AND some health or medical information. ePHI simply means PHI that is in some electronic form.
Would be considered PHI?
Which of the following would be considered PHI
What would considered phi?
Which of the following would be considered PHI
What is electronic PHI (ePHI)?
True or False? "Use" is defined under HIPAA as the release of information containing PHI outside of the covered entity (CE).
Does HIPAA apply to anyone that has health information?
HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) primarily applies to "covered entities," which include healthcare providers, health plans, and healthcare clearinghouses that handle protected health information (PHI). Additionally, "business associates" of these entities that handle PHI on their behalf are also subject to HIPAA regulations. While anyone can have health information, HIPAA's protections specifically apply to those who manage or transmit PHI in the context of providing healthcare services.
If disclosure of PHI is permitted under HIPAA what is disclosed?
All info that particular doctor has on that patient
Does the HIPAA Privacy Rule Applies to the following pHI trnamitted orally PHI in paper form PHI transmitted electronically?
Yes, the HIPAA Privacy Rule applies to all forms of Protected Health Information (PHI), including oral communications, paper records, and electronic transmissions. Regardless of the medium, covered entities must ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of PHI. The rule sets standards for how PHI should be handled to protect patient privacy across all formats.
Definition of Use under HIPAA?
Under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), "use" refers to the internal utilization of protected health information (PHI) by a covered entity or its business associates. This includes any handling, sharing, or processing of PHI within the organization, such as accessing, reviewing, or analyzing the information. "Use" is distinct from "disclosure," which involves sharing PHI with external parties. HIPAA mandates that any use of PHI must comply with privacy and security regulations to protect individuals' health information.
