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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 January 12, 2011. Also cited in 369 other reports.
Report ID: SPE000000056995, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Reported Entity: VISN 08 West Palm Beach, FL
Issue:
Veteran A received mail that was intended for Veteran B. The appointment letter included Veteran B's name and partial SSN and clinic information. Update: 01/20/11:Veteran B will receive a letter of notification.
Outcome:
Veteran A will return the mailing to the Privacy Officer. The PO will conduct service level training with appropriate staff.Notification letter mailed to the veteran. Redacted copy sent to IRCT for ticket closure.