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This database was last updated in December 2015 ago and should only be used as a historical snapshot. More recent data on breaches affecting 500 or more people is available at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Breach Portal.
VA Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System (GLA)
Mentioned in a privacy incident report created by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs on May 30, 2013. Also cited in 21 other reports.
Report ID: PSETS0000089982, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Reported Entity: LOS ANGELES CA - 691
Issue:
A VA Employee faxed a patients consult, social work assessment, release of information Form, Chest X-Ray, and Suicide Risk assessment/prevention plan to the incorrect fax number.
Outcome:
05/30/13: One patient will be sent a letter offering credit protection services. 06/19/13: This was determined to be HITECH reportable by VHA Privacy Office.