Understanding the difference between PII (Personally Identifiable Information) and PHI (Protected Health Information) is crucial for business meaning to achieve HIPAA compliance.
Personally Identifiable Information (PII)
PII includes general information that can be used to identify or locate an individual. It covers records such as financial, medical, educational, or employment.
Examples:
- birthdate, birthplace, religion, academic background, location, financial/medical data
- passport numbers, license numbers, credit card data, patient identification number, social security number
- IP addresses, web address
- Geographical address details, email address, or telephone number
Protected Health Information (PHI)
PHI is health-related information (medical records) disclosed that is stored or transmitted. PHI is a cluster under PII obtained from providing healthcare services. Like PII, PHI is utilized to identify a person via physical or mental conditions from past or present records.
Examples:
- birthdate, birthplace, religion, academic background, location, financial/medical data
- hospital administration or discharge
- insurance details including terms and beneficiaries
- passport numbers, license numbers, credit card data, patient identity number, pension number
- Address details, email address, or telephone number
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