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This database was last updated in December 2015 ago and should only be used as a historical snapshot. More recent data on breaches affecting 500 or more people is available at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Breach Portal.
South Texas Veterans Health Care System
Mentioned in a privacy incident report created by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs on July 2, 2013. Also cited in 50 other reports.
Report ID: PSETS0000091391, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Reported Entity: SOUTH TEXAS VETERANS - 671
Issue:
Employee A received a Designation of Beneficiary form for Employee B in the mail, it was in the envelope along with hers. The employee returned the form the Privacy Office.
Outcome:
07/02/13: Employee B will be sent a letter offering credit protection services due to full name and SSN being exposed.