The following definitions apply to this subchapter, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise: (1) Client--An individual who is an applicant for or recipient of services from the Texas Department of Human Services. (2) DHS--Texas Department of Human Services. (3) Individually identifiable health information--Information that is a subset of health information, including demographic information collected from an individual, and (A) is created or received by a health care provider, health plan, employer, or health care clearinghouse; and (B) relates to the past, present, or future physical or mental health or condition of an individual; the provision of health care to an individual; or the past, present, or future payment for the provision of health care to an individual; and (i) that identifies the individual; or (ii) with respect to which there is a reasonable basis to believe the information can be used to identify the individual. |
