True or False: An individual has unrestricted access to all PHI within their Designated Record Set (DRS).

Access to Protected Health Information (PHI) within a Designated Record Set (DRS) is not unrestricted for individuals. The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) establishes standards for protecting sensitive patient information and governs who can access PHI. While patients generally have the right to access their own health information, this access can be limited if it is in their best interest or if it involves certain restrictions, such as safety concerns or the presence of third-party information that they may not have the right to view.

For example, if sharing certain information could harm the patient or another person, the healthcare provider may limit access. Additionally, not all individuals within an organization have equal levels of access to PHI; access is typically determined by roles and the need to know basis to ensure confidentiality and protection of sensitive information.

Therefore, an individual does not have unrestricted access to all PHI in their DRS, as access is subject to specific regulations and internal policies that safeguard patient confidentiality.