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VA Mid-Atlantic Health Care Network (VISN 6)
Mentioned in a privacy incident report created by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs on February 16, 2011. Also cited in 187 other reports.
Report ID: SPE000000058461, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Reported Entity: VISN 06 Salem, VA
Issue:
Medications mailed to incorrect Veteran Update: 02/17/11: Veteran B will receive a notification letter.
Outcome:
Staff educated, Supervisor staff reminded of reporting requirements. HIPAA notification letter sent and scanned. Requesting ticket be closed.