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VA New England Healthcare System (VISN 1)
Mentioned in a privacy incident report created by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs on December 6, 2012. Also cited in 204 other reports.
Report ID: PSETS0000083332, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Reported Entity: VISN 01 Togus, ME
Issue:
A "No show" reminder letter was mailed to the wrong Veteran. The Veteran who received the letter mailed it back to the Privacy Officer. Update: Veteran B will be sent a notification letter.
Outcome:
HIPAA notification letter sent and attached. Education provided to staff.