Asked by Joseph Mullenberg on Apr 26, 2024
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In regard to HIPAA,what does PHI stand for?
A) protected health information
B) public health institution
C) private health indicia
D) personal handling instructions
Protected Health Information
Information about health status, provision of health care, or payment for health care that can be linked to an individual.
- Understand HIPAA roles, compliance, and the significance of PHI.
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Maddy CrowleyApr 27, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
PHI stands for Protected Health Information under HIPAA, which refers to any information in a medical record or other health-related information that can be used to identify an individual and that was created, used, or disclosed in the course of providing a healthcare service such as diagnosis or treatment.
Learning Objectives
- Understand HIPAA roles, compliance, and the significance of PHI.