Select the Best Statement Regarding De-Identified Information (DII)

Select the best statement regarding de-identified information (DII) .

A) De-identified information is IIHI that has had all individually (patient) identifiable information removed.
B) DII may be used only with the authorization of the individual.
C) DII remains PHI.
D) The only approved method of de-identification is to have a person with "appropriate knowledge and experience" tie-identify the IIHI.
E) All PHI use and disclosure requirements do not apply to re-identified DII.