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VA Sunshine Healthcare Network (VISN 8)
Mentioned in a privacy incident report created by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs on August 17, 2011. Also cited in 369 other reports.
Report ID: SPE000000065835, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Reported Entity: VISN 08 Tampa, FL
Issue:
Veteran A alleges she received Veteran B's "authorization to report voucher for mileage allowance." The form contains Veteran B's full name, full SSN and address. Active investigation in progress. Update: 08/18/11:Veteran A is refusing to return the information of Veteran B, the PO is seeking guidance from general counsel. Veteran B will receive a letter offering credit protection services.
Outcome:
Staff was re-educated.