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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 December 13, 2012. Also cited in 149 other reports.
Report ID: PSETS0000083660, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Reported Entity: VISN 15 Wichita, KS
Issue:
Veteran A's prescription information was erroneously placed in Veteran B's prescription bag. Upon discovery by Veteran B, the information was returned to the medical center Update: 12/13/12:Veteran A will be sent a letter of notification.
Outcome:
Responsible employee counseled by Service Chief. Notification letter provided to affected Veteran this date.