What is protected health information (PHI) under HIPPA?, Workers Compensation Law

HIPPA has changed the landscape of medical insurance law in this country.Please respond to all of the following prompts:What is protected health information (PHI) under HIPPA?What is de-identified PHI? To whom can such information be disclosed?To whom does HIPPA apply? Does it protect you as a student?Do you believe HIPPA is necessary in our society? If so, why? If not, why not?What is the overall public policy/purpose of HIPPA?Do you think most people read all of the HIPPA disclosures when receiving medical attention?