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Atlanta VA Health Care System
Mentioned in a privacy incident report created by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs on May 13, 2013. Also cited in 15 other reports.
Report ID: PSETS0000089191, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Reported Entity: DECATUR GA - 508
Issue:
Information was faxed to a wrong recipient. The information was intended to be sent to a non-VA medical center.
Outcome:
05/13/13: Due to date of birth and medical information being exposed, Veteran A will be sent a letter offering credit protection services.