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Phoenix Regional Benefit Office
Mentioned in a privacy incident report created by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs on May 8, 2013. Also cited in 58 other reports.
Report ID: PSETS0000089002, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Reported Entity: PHOENIX AZ - 345
Issue:
Veteran A received Veteran Bs pre-printed 21-8940 Veteran's Application for Increased Compensation Based on Unemployability. The VA form 21-8940 contained Veteran Bs name and SSN.
Outcome:
05/08/13: Due to full SSN being exposed, Veteran B will be sent a letter offering credit protection services.