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VA Heart of Texas Health Care Network (VISN 17)
Mentioned in a privacy incident report created by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs on March 19, 2012. Also cited in 122 other reports.
Report ID: SPE000000073111, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Reported Entity: VISN 17 San Antonio, TX
Issue:
Patient A was wearing Patient B's arm band. The arm bands contain full name and full SSN. The lab tech went to draw blood and noticed the mistake. The incorrect armband was removed by the nurse right away. Apparently the patient did not notice the armband was not his. Update: 03/20/12:Patient B will be sent a letter offering credit protection services.
Outcome:
Staff were re-educated on the proper placement of wristbands