Which of the following statements is true in regard to limited data sets

Limited data sets can contain some identifiers

Explanation: A limited data set is middle ground between identifiable and de-identified information. In a limited data set, most identifying information has been removed. It must not include any of the individual identifiers [45 CFR 164.514(e)]. Limited data sets don’t directly identify a patient, but they may contain some identifiers.

The following identifiers may be included as part of a limited data set:

• Geographic data (town, city, state, and ZIP

code, but no street address)

• Dates relating to an individual (birth date,

admission and discharge dates)

• Unique identifying numbers,

characteristics, or codes other than those

listed under individual identifiers