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Phoenix Regional Benefit Office
Mentioned in a privacy incident report created by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs on June 25, 2013. Also cited in 58 other reports.
Report ID: PSETS0000091091, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Reported Entity: PHOENIX AZ - 345
Issue:
Veteran A had a letter addressed to Veteran B in his file from March 23, 2013. Veteran A and B both have the same last name but different first names. Veteran A received Veteran B's name, address, and file number. Veteran A returned letter dated March 23, 2012.
Outcome:
06/26/13: Veteran B will be sent a general notification letter.