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VA Great Lakes Health Care System (VISN 12)
Mentioned in a privacy incident report created by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs on February 14, 2013. Also cited in 130 other reports.
Report ID: PSETS0000085798, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Reported Entity: VISN 12 Madison, WI
Issue:
A Veteran was admitted to an inpatient program and went to the Inpatient pharmacy to receive education on his prescribed medication. He was given a printed medication list which belonged to another Veteran. He realized this on the way back to his room, brought it to the manager of his ward who then brought it to the Privacy Officer immediately. Update: 02/14/13:One Veteran will be sent a letter offering credit protection services.
Outcome:
The pharmacist who accidently pulled up the wrong information has been counseled on verifying which patient information belongs to before disclosing it to a Veteran. Re-education on process and procedures has been provided to all area staff. They will see if it is feasible to work with only 1 individuals data at a time and ensure greater vigilance and monitoring if they have multiple patient issues at a time.