Glossary

PHI - Protected Health Information

Definition

What is Protected Health Information (PHI)?

Protected Health Information (PHI) refers to any information in a medical context that can identify an individual and is related to their health status, medical care, or payment for healthcare services.

PHI includes a wide range of data, such as medical records, lab results, billing information, and personal details like names, addresses, and Social Security numbers.

In the United States, PHI is regulated by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), which mandates stringent security and privacy protections for such information.

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