### Question
How does the law define unsecured PHR identifiable health information?


### Answer
Under *42 U.S.C. § 17937*, **unsecured PHR identifiable health information** is defined as:

> PHR identifiable health information that is not protected through the use of a technology or methodology specified by the Secretary in the guidance issued under section 17932(h)(2) of this title

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 17937*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 156-HEALTH INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY > SUBCHAPTER III-PRIVACY > Part A-Improved Privacy Provisions and Security Provisions**

