Consumers today express heightened concerns about their data privacy, with 92% of Americans showing apprehension about online privacy. This apprehension extends beyond worries about the security of mobile phones, email, and browsers, particularly in the healthcare sector, where providers face increased scrutiny in safeguarding patients’ Protected Health Information (PHI). PHI is a prime target for
Lately, there’s been a lot of buzz about Protected Health Information (PHI), especially with concerns arising over what’s permissible to disclose. (Think vaccine status, anyone?) Let’s delve into precisely what constitutes protected health information and what doesn’t. Additionally, as technology progresses and electronic medical records become prevalent, a new category called electronic PHI (ePHI) has
PHI vs. ePHI: Navigating Healthcare Data Security Established in 1996, HIPAA predates the era of high-speed internet access, cloud computing, and ubiquitous smartphones. During the 90s, healthcare providers relied on fax, paper forms, and traditional mail to transmit Protected Health Information (PHI). In today’s digital landscape, providers leverage electronic means to transmit a greater volume
