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VA Western New York Healthcare System at Batavia
Mentioned in a privacy incident report created by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs on February 3, 2014. Also cited in 47 other reports.
Report ID: PSETS0000100008, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Reported Entity: WESTERN NEW YORK HCS - 528A4
Issue:
The mail room received a returned envelope from the US Postal Service. The window pane had last name, first name, full SSN and date of birth displayed. The envelope was un-opened.
Outcome:
02/03/14: One Veteran will be sent a letter offering credit protection services due to the disclosure of full name and SSN.