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VA New England Healthcare System (VISN 1)
Mentioned in a privacy incident report created by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs on February 23, 2012. Also cited in 204 other reports.
Report ID: SPE000000072043, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Reported Entity: VISN 01 West Haven, CT
Issue:
The lab results for two (2) VA Patients were mailed to the wrong patient. Information disclosed was full name, full SSN, DOB, lab results, and address. Update: 02/23/12:Two (2) Veterans will be sent letters offering credit protection services.
Outcome:
Issue has been referred to supervisor and HR for further action.