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VA Heartland Network (VISN 15)
Mentioned in a privacy incident report created by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs on August 18, 2011. Also cited in 149 other reports.
Report ID: SPE000000065914, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Reported Entity: VISN 15 Wichita, KS
Issue:
Veteran's medical information was erroneously mailed to another Veteran. Update: 08/18/11:One Veteran will be sent a letter offering credit protection services.
Outcome:
Responsible individual counseled by supervisor and provided additional training on awareness and responsibilities when processing outgoing mail. Credit protection letter sent to affected Veteran.