
How Does HIPAA Regulate the Use of PHI?
In the healthcare sector, safeguarding patient information is paramount. The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act, commonly known as HIPAA, plays a critical role in regulating how healthcare providers handle Protected Health Information (PHI). But what does this mean in practice? Here, we'll explore how HIPAA shapes the use of PHI, ensuring patient data remains secure and private while still allowing the necessary workflows to happen smoothly.