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Veterans In Partnership (VISN 11)
Mentioned in a privacy incident report created by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs on January 11, 2013. Also cited in 213 other reports.
Report ID: PSETS0000084549, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Reported Entity: VISN 11 Fort Wayne, IN
Issue:
A fecal occult blood test (FOBT) card was handed to Veteran A on 12/28/12. This occurred at a community based outpatient clinic (CBOC). On 1/10/13, Veteran A returned to the CBOC and returned the FOBT card since it contained Veteran B's full name, birth date, and full social security number. Update: 01/11/13:Veteran B will be sent a letter offering credit protection services.
Outcome:
The CBOC staff will be provided with additional training to ensure verification of material given to a Veteran is specifically for that Veteran.