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VA Midwest Health Care Network (VISN 23)
Mentioned in a privacy incident report created by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs on September 28, 2011. Also cited in 183 other reports.
Report ID: SPE000000067233, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Reported Entity: VISN 23 Iowa City, IA
Issue:
An outside agency reported receiving a fax from the VA facility regarding a prescription that was sent to them. The fax was sent to the incorrect fax machine number. The prescription and information pertaining to Veteran A included his full name, full social security number, address, DOB, phone number and prescription information. Update: 09/28/11:Veteran A will be sent a letter offering credit protection services.
Outcome:
Education provided to all staff by CBOC clinic Coordinator.