PHI Guidelines

PHI (Protected Health Information) guidelines are rules established to ensure the confidentiality and security of personal health information. They require healthcare providers, insurers, and related organizations to handle patient data carefully, sharing it only with authorized parties and using secure methods. The goal is to protect individuals' privacy while allowing necessary medical communication. Compliance with these guidelines helps prevent unauthorized access, leaks, or misuse of sensitive health information, ultimately maintaining patients' trust and upholding privacy rights.