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VA Mid South Healthcare Network (VISN 9)
Mentioned in a privacy incident report created by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs on August 17, 2012. Also cited in 328 other reports.
Report ID: SPE000000079300, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Reported Entity: VISN 09 Louisville, KY
Issue:
A VA Employee Medical Photographer left his camera unattended on his desk with the door shut but unlocked. He returned 20 minutes later to find the camera missing. The camera contained six photographs of one Veteran which included the Veteran's face, last name and last four of his SSN on a measuring strip. Update: 08/20/12:One Veteran will be sent a letter offering credit protection services.
Outcome:
Facility photographer was spoken to about safeguarding his equipment with patient information on them. The police were notified and they are still looking for the equipment. Facility photographer was counseled about locking his door when he steps away from his area. Photographer voiced understanding. Per PO Redacted credit monitoring letter mailed to patient 090412. Per PO Redacted credit monitoring letter mailed to patient 090412.