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VA Sunshine Healthcare Network (VISN 8)
Mentioned in a privacy incident report created by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs on February 19, 2013. Also cited in 369 other reports.
Report ID: PSETS0000085881, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Reported Entity: VISN 08 West Palm Beach, FL
Issue:
Veteran A received an active medication list intended for Veteran B. Update: 02/19/13:Veteran B will be sent a notification letter.
Outcome:
The Medical Administration Service Managers have been informed. The process to protect patient information will be reviewed with the appropriate MAS check in clerks to prevent reoccurrence. A letter of apology was sent to the Veteran who filed the privacy complaint. A notification letter was mailed to the victim on 2/22/13.