PHI

Regulation

Definition

Protected Health Information — any individually identifiable health information transmitted or maintained in any form by a HIPAA-covered entity.

Related Terms

HIPAA

Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act — U.S. federal law (1996) governing the privacy and security of protected health information (PHI). Applies to covered entities (providers, plans, clearinghouses) and their business associates.

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