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VA Healthcare - VISN 4 (VISN 4)
Mentioned in a privacy incident report created by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs on September 17, 2012. Also cited in 239 other reports.
Report ID: SPE000000080195, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Reported Entity: VISN 04 Altoona, PA
Issue:
VA employee accessed his father's (Veteran A) medical record on two occasions. Update: 09/17/12:Veteran A will be sent a HIPAA notification letter.
Outcome:
Sanctions pending supervisor and HR recommendation. Notification letter sent to patient. Policy and education are present and in effect.