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VA Heartland Network (VISN 15)
Mentioned in a privacy incident report created by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs on September 9, 2011. Also cited in 149 other reports.
Report ID: SPE000000066621, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Reported Entity: VISN 15 Wichita, KS
Issue:
Veteran's occult blood testing card was erroneously mailed to another Veteran, the card contained full SSN, full name and DOB. Update: 09/12/11:Veteran B will be sent a letter offering credit protection services.
Outcome:
Responsible employee provided additional education on responsibilities of protecting Veterans information. Credit protection letter provided to affected Veteran.