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Orlando VA Medical Center
Mentioned in a privacy incident report created by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs on September 9, 2013. Also cited in 44 other reports.
Report ID: PSETS0000094407, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Reported Entity: ORLANDO FL - 675
Issue:
In addition to his own lab results, Veteran A received Veteran B's test results in the same envelope. Besides the lab results, the letter contained Veteran B's full name and mailing address. Veteran A returned the letter and envelope to the nearest community based outpatient clinic (CBOC) where it is being forwarded to the Privacy Officer for his review and follow-up.
Outcome:
09/09/13: Veteran B will be sent a HIPAA notification letter.