Is it still PHI?

Text with patient identifiers needs a tool whose vendor signs a BAA. Text without them may not. Paste what you plan to use and check it against the 18 identifiers in HIPAA’s safe harbor standard.

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Does it include any of these? Tick what applies.

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Based on the HIPAA safe harbor method (45 CFR 164.514(b)(2)), as explained in HHS de-identification guidance. The other method, expert determination, needs a qualified expert. This check is a helper, not legal advice.