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VA Southeast Network (VISN 7)
Mentioned in a privacy incident report created by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs on February 27, 2012. Also cited in 225 other reports.
Report ID: SPE000000072193, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Reported Entity: VISN 07 Augusta, GA
Issue:
Veteran A reported that she received a copy of Veteran B's signed discharge instructions in the mail. The one (1) page document contained Veteran B's full name, full SSN, date of birth, and appointment information. Veteran A returned the document to the medical center, and alerted staff. Update: 02/27/12:Veteran B will be sent a letter offering credit protection services.
Outcome:
Proper procedure for handling discharge paperwork reviewed with staff. Document returned to the medical center.