ePHI stands for electronic Protected Health Information. It refers to any individually identifiable health information that is created, received, maintained, or transmitted in electronic form, and is protected under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). ePHI includes a wide range of data, such as medical records, billing information, and other health-related details that can be linked to a specific individual. Ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of ePHI is crucial for compliance with privacy regulations.
PHI- Protected Health Information EPHI- Protected Health Information in Electronic form
Protects electronic PHI(ePHI)
Information technology includes the use of tools and systems to manage electronic protected health information (ePHI). Policies and procedures are put in place to safeguard ePHI, such as encryption, access controls, regular audits, and training for staff. These measures help prevent unauthorized access, ensure confidentiality, integrity, and availability of ePHI, and comply with regulations like HIPAA.
Security Standard
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.
Health information stored on paper in a file cabinet
The HIPAA Security Rule applies to "covered entities," which include healthcare providers, health plans, and healthcare clearinghouses that transmit electronic protected health information (ePHI). It also applies to "business associates," which are individuals or organizations that perform activities on behalf of covered entities involving the use or disclosure of ePHI. These regulations establish standards for safeguarding electronic information to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of ePHI.
Information technology and the associated policies and procedures that are used to protect and control access to ePHI
Technical safeguards are security measures implemented to protect electronic protected health information (ePHI) and ensure its confidentiality, integrity, and availability. These safeguards involve the use of technology and controls such as access controls, encryption, audit controls, and integrity controls to prevent unauthorized access and protect ePHI from threats.
Information technology and the associated policies and procedures that are used to protect and control access to ePHI
HIPAA physical safeguards are security measures aimed at protecting electronic protected health information (ePHI) stored or accessed in physical locations. These include facility access controls, such as locks and security systems, to limit physical access to areas where ePHI is stored. Additionally, workstation security measures ensure that devices used to access ePHI are secured and that unauthorized individuals cannot view or access sensitive information. Overall, these safeguards help prevent unauthorized physical access to health information systems and protect patient privacy.
The HIPAA Security Rule: Established a national set of standards for the protection of PHI that is created, received, maintained, or transmitted in electronic media by a HIPAA CE or BA; protects ePHI; and addresses three types of safeguards - administrative, technical and physical - that must be in place to secure individuals' ePHI.