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New Mexico VA Health Care System
Mentioned in a privacy incident report created by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs on July 10, 2013. Also cited in 43 other reports.
Report ID: PSETS0000091668, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Reported Entity: NEW MEXICO HCS - 501
Issue:
The Durango Community Based Outpatient Clinic (CBOC) manager reports that a Veteran's Protected Health Information (PHI) was faxed to another Veteran instead of the intended recipient. The information included the Veteran's name, date of birth, and full SSN, in addition to the PHI.
Outcome:
07/10/13: The Veteran will receive a letter offering credit protection services.