Secure and Acceptable Methods of Destruction of Protected Health Information: A Comprehensive Guide
introduction protected health information (phi) is an important aspect of patient care, but it must be disposed of responsibly and safely to avoid exposing sensitive data. the health insurance portability…
Understanding HIPAA’s Notable Exclusion of Protected Health Information
understanding hipaa’s notable exclusion of protected health information
HIPAA Basics: What Every Newly Hired Nurse Should Know
the health insurance portability and accountability act (hipaa) is a federal law that mandates the privacy and security of personal health information (phi) for all patients in the united states.…
Understanding HIPAA Requirements: When Authorization Must Be Given for Disclosing Information
healthcare providers are expected to follow a set of guidelines to protect patient health information (phi). these are known as hipaa requirements, which stands for the health insurance portability and…
Understanding PHI Information: What it is and Why it Matters
the health information portability and accountability act (hipaa) created rules that protect personal health information (phi) in healthcare transactions. phi includes demographic information, medical history, test and laboratory results, insurance…
Understanding What Information is Included in PHI: A Comprehensive Guide
have you ever wondered what information is included in phi? phi, or protected health information, refers to any personal health data that can be used to identify a patient. this…
Understanding HIPAA: How it Protects Employee Medical Information
the health insurance portability and accountability act (hipaa) was enacted in 1996 with the aim of safeguarding the privacy and security of healthcare information. since its inception, it has played…
Understanding PHI: What Counts as Protected Health Information?
the privacy rule of the health insurance portability and accountability act (hipaa) establishes national standards to safeguard the privacy, integrity, and availability of protected health information (phi). phi is any…
Understanding What Protected Health Information (PHI) Includes: A Comprehensive Guide
as the healthcare industry continues to grow, so does the amount of personal information that is stored electronically. this information, known as protected health information (phi), is required to be…