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VA Northern Indiana Health Care System
Mentioned in a privacy incident report created by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs on January 13, 2014. Also cited in 60 other reports.
Report ID: PSETS0000099031, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Reported Entity: NORTH INDIANA HCS-FORT WAYNE - 610
Issue:
Veteran A was handed a test kit at his appointment. The label on the tube had Veteran B's full name, full social security number and birth date. Veteran A returned the kit to the lab and the lab gave it to the Privacy Officer. Veteran A received a new kit with his correct information.
Outcome:
01/14/14: Veteran B will be sent a letter offering credit protection services.