Which statement best differentiates privacy from security in health information?

Which statement best differentiates privacy from security in health information?

• A. Privacy concerns how information is protected from unauthorized access.
• B. Privacy concerns who has access to information; security concerns how information is protected from unauthorized access.
• C. Privacy concerns patient rights; security concerns privacy law compliance.
• D. Privacy concerns data retention; security concerns with user authentication.

Answer: (B)