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This database was last updated in December 2015 ago and should only be used as a historical snapshot. More recent data on breaches affecting 500 or more people is available at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Breach Portal.
Sierra Pacific Network (VISN 21)
Mentioned in a privacy incident report created by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs on October 5, 2012. Also cited in 141 other reports.
Report ID: SPE000000080905, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Reported Entity: VISN 21 Reno, NV
Issue:
A Primary Care nurse gave a lab paper to the wrong veteran. Update: 10/05/12:Due to full SSN being exposed, Veteran A will be sent a letter offering credit protection services.
Outcome:
Credit Monitoring letter sent, educated employee.