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Northwest Network (VISN 20)
Mentioned in a privacy incident report created by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs on April 30, 2012. Also cited in 208 other reports.
Report ID: SPE000000074831, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Reported Entity: VISN 20 Walla Walla, WA
Issue:
Medical Staff Affairs mailed one veterans lab information to a different veteran (veteran received the correct lab & the incorrect lab). This veteran took all lab work to an appointment outside the VA. This outside provider contacted the VA to inform us of this error. VA received a copy of the information that was sent in error so we could contact that veteran. Update: 04/30/12:The Veteran whose information was mailed in error will be sent a letter offering credit protection services.
Outcome:
PO continue to talk with and train staff.