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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.
South Central VA Health Care Network (VISN 16)
Mentioned in a privacy incident report created by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs on December 13, 2012. Also cited in 317 other reports.
Report ID: PSETS0000083647, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Reported Entity: VISN 16 Houston, TX
Issue:
Medical Center employee confessed to her supervisor that she accessed the CPRS record of two of her coworkers. She said she knew it was wrong, didn't know why she did it but felt bad about it. Update: 12/13/12:Two employees will be sent a letter of notification.
Outcome:
Letter sent to Supervisor confirming privacy violation. Requested to contact HR representative for appropriate disciplinary action. HIPAA letters sent to two employees.