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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.
New Mexico VA Health Care System
NEW MEXICO HCS - 501
Mentioned in a privacy incident report created by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs on August 16, 2013. Also cited in 43 other reports.
Report ID: PSETS0000093464, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Reported Entity: NEW MEXICO HCS - 501
Issue:
The Sensitive Patient Access Report (SPAR) entries show access to Veteran's record by multiple employees without a need to know.
Outcome:
08/16/13: The employee will be sent a notification letter.