What is PHI? - HHS.gov
Feb 26, 2013 · PHI stands for Protected Health Information. The HIPAA Privacy Rule provides federal protections for personal health information held by covered entities and gives patients …
Summary of the HIPAA Privacy Rule - HHS.gov
Mar 14, 2025 · Statutory and Regulatory Background The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), Public Law 104-191, was enacted on August 21, 1996. …
Methods for De-identification of PHI | HHS.gov
Feb 3, 2025 · Preparation for De-identification The importance of documentation for which values in health data correspond to PHI, as well as the systems that manage PHI, for the de …
With respect to electronic access to PHI, covered entities should work with any business associates involved in facilitating such access (e.g., electronic health record or patient portal …
Summary of the HIPAA Security Rule | HHS.gov
Dec 30, 2024 · This is a summary of key elements of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 1 (HIPAA) Security Rule, 2 as amended by the Health Information …
Under HIPAA, when can a family member of an individual access …
Jan 31, 2020 · 2069-Under HIPAA, when can a family member of an individual access the individual’s PHI from a health care provider or health plan?
Health Information of Deceased Individuals - HHS.gov
Sep 19, 2013 · 45 CFR 160.103, paragraph (2) (iv) of the definition of “protected health information”
Security Rule Guidance Material - HHS.gov
Sep 26, 2025 · HHS has developed guidance and tools to assist HIPAA covered entities in identifying and implementing the most cost effective and appropriate administrative, physical, …
505-When does the Privacy Rule allow covered entities to disclose ...
Dec 28, 2022 · The Rule permits covered entities to disclose protected health information (PHI) to law enforcement officials, without the individual’s written authorization, under specific …
Disclosures for Law Enforcement Purposes - HHS.gov
397-Does HIPAA permit covered entities to disclose information to public officials responding to a public health emergency Yes, The Rule recognizes that various agencies and public officials …