Protected Health Information (PHI) refers to any information in a medical record that can be used to identify an individual and that was created, used, or disclosed in the course of providing a health care service. This includes a wide range of data such as names, addresses, birth dates, Social Security numbers, and medical records. In the context of Neonatal Disorders, PHI is particularly sensitive as it involves the health information of newborns, who are among the most vulnerable patients.
