Often confused, data masking and de-identification are not synonymous terms when it comes to unlocking protected health information (PHI). This white paper is designed to clear up the confusion by describing the true purpose of data masking with a focus on the right techniques to use. It also outlines the wrong techniques and limits of masking, especially when confused with data de-identification. Don’t blur the lines between two very different concepts – it may cost your organization greatly.
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