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VA Heart of Texas Health Care Network (VISN 17)
Mentioned in a privacy incident report created by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs on November 5, 2012. Also cited in 122 other reports.
Report ID: PSETS0000082012, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Reported Entity: VISN 17 Harlingen, TX
Issue:
Veteran A received a letter in the mail addressed to him although the Fee Authorization contained within the letter belonged to Veteran B. The Fee Authorization contained Veteran B Full name, last four, home address, date of birth, and condition for treatment. Update: 11/06/12:Veteran B will be sent a letter offering credit protection services.
Outcome:
Chief of MAS has informed me that training will be conducted on a monthly basis to educate on the importance of previewing all vouchers before they are sent out for mailing. Protection of personal health information will be discussed at all monthly meetings.