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.

VA Healthcare - VISN 4 (VISN 4)

VISN 04 Pittsburgh, PA

Mentioned in a privacy incident report created by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs on August 2, 2012. Also cited in 239 other reports.


Report ID: SPE000000078699, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

Reported Entity: VISN 04 Pittsburgh, PA

Issue:

Veteran A received Veteran B's medications at the pharmacy pick up window. Update: 08/02/12:Veteran B will be sent a letter of notification.

Outcome:

The Pharmacy Supervisor reviewed procedures with staff, in which they were counseled to be more careful when batching bags together.

Do you believe your privacy has been violated? Here’s what you can do: