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C.W. Bill Young VA Medical Center
Mentioned in a privacy incident report created by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs on September 18, 2014. Also cited in 111 other reports.
Report ID: PSETS0000109306, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Reported Entity: BAY PINES FL - 516
Issue:
On September 18, 2014, Veteran A left a voice message for VA Employee A. Veteran A alleged VA Employee B warned him that Veteran B has HIV, because Veteran B was borrowing Veteran As can openers, knives and utensils. The Privacy Office attempted to contact Veteran A to obtain further information, but Veteran As voice mail was received. It was confirmed that Veteran B has a diagnosis of HIV disease. The Privacy Office will continue to attempt establishing contact with Veteran A regarding the allegations.
Outcome:
09/19/14: The Privacy Officer has been unable to contact Veteran A and Employee B is deceased. 09/29/14: The Incident Resolution Service Team has determined that Veteran B will be sent a HIPAA notification letter due to Protected Health Information (PHI) being disclosed.