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This database was last updated in December 2015 ago and should only be used as a historical snapshot. More recent data on breaches affecting 500 or more people is available at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Breach Portal.
Northwest Network (VISN 20)
Mentioned in a privacy incident report created by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs on January 5, 2011. Also cited in 208 other reports.
Report ID: SPE000000056768, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Reported Entity: VISN 20 Portland, OR
Issue:
A veteran's PHI was released but had not been authorized for release. The info released included a medication list, Mental Health notes, surgery notes, suicide risk assessments, and other related notes. Update: 01/06/11:Veteran B will receive a notification letter.
Outcome:
This error was made by an experienced ROI clerk who has not had any mistakes reported in the past. Human Resources will be notified of this violation.