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Sioux Falls Regional Benefit Office
Mentioned in a privacy incident report created by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs on December 30, 2013. Also cited in 28 other reports.
Report ID: PSETS0000098529, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Reported Entity: SIOUX FALLS SD - 438
Issue:
An employee faxed medical information documents to the wrong fax number. Went to a home fax rather than intended outside provider. The person receiving the fax promptly contacted VA. They are mailing the documents to VA so the Privacy Officer can further investigate.
Outcome:
12/30/13: Veteran A will be sent a notification letter.