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VA Southwest Health Care Network (VISN 18)
Mentioned in a privacy incident report created by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs on May 25, 2011. Also cited in 228 other reports.
Report ID: SPE000000062976, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Reported Entity: VISN 18 Tucson, AZ
Issue:
Two labels with patients' names, full SSN, and DOB were left on EKG machines in two separate areas of the hospital. Update: 05/26/11:Veteran A and B will be sent a letter offering credit protection services.
Outcome:
Ward and diagnostics staff members have been retrained regarding the importance of taking labels with them when they complete an EKG. This information is being discussed at all staff meetings.