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VA New England Healthcare System (VISN 1)
Mentioned in a privacy incident report created by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs on February 15, 2013. Also cited in 204 other reports.
Report ID: PSETS0000085825, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Reported Entity: VISN 01 Togus, ME
Issue:
A Primary Care appointment reminder letter was mailed to Veteran A that was meant for Veteran B. Veteran A mailed the reminder letter back to the Privacy Officer (PO). The letter contained Veteran B's name and appointment information. Update: 02/15/13:Veteran B will receive a HIPAA letter of notification.
Outcome:
Education was provided.