Myth Buster: A Data Use Agreement is always required for the use and disclosure of Protected Health Information.

MYTH: A Data Use Agreement is always required for the use and disclosure of Protected Health Information.

FACT: Under HIPAA, a Data Use Agreement is only required when a covered entity releases a Limited Data Set to a non-covered entity for the purposes of research, public health or health care operations.

Read our Myth Buster to learn more about Data Use Agreements and when they are required.