Search Privacy Violations, Breaches and Complaints
This database was last updated in December 2015 ago and should only be used as a historical snapshot. More recent data on breaches affecting 500 or more people is available at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Breach Portal.
New Mexico VA Health Care System
Mentioned in a privacy incident report created by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs on March 2, 2015. Also cited in 43 other reports.
Report ID: PSETS0000116110, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Reported Entity: NEW MEXICO HCS - 501
Issue:
A VA employee inappropriately accessed a family member's Veteran record. Fact-finding conducted per the Information Security Officer (ISO) audit and responsible supervisor of employee.
Outcome:
03/02/15: The Incident Resolution Service Team has determined that Veteran A will be sent a notification letter.