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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 April 12, 2013. Also cited in 204 other reports.
Report ID: PSETS0000087879, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Reported Entity: VISN 01 Boston, MA
Issue:
Copies of a Veteran's medical record were sent to his father by a VA employee. It appears the employee may have mistakenly selected the wrong patient's record to copy. PO is investigating. Update: 04/15/13:The Veteran will be sent a HIPAA notification letter.
Outcome:
Veteran has custody of information. Responsible employee required to complete release of information training. Responsible employee's supervisor informed for further appropriate disciplinary action. Notification letter mailed.