Northeast Rehabilitation Hospital Network (NRHN) has disclosed a data privacy incident that may impact certain current or former patients. The incident, identified between May 13 and May 22, 2024, involved unauthorized access to NRHN’s network, with potential exposure of sensitive files. While there is currently no evidence suggesting that the compromised information has been used for identity theft or fraud, the organization is taking proactive steps to address the situation and mitigate potential risks.
Upon discovering the suspicious activity, NRHN promptly initiated an investigation to assess the extent of the breach and identify the compromised information. The ongoing investigation has revealed that files containing personal details such as names, Social Security numbers, medical records, and financial information may have been accessed or taken. NRHN is working to notify affected individuals directly and is coordinating with federal law enforcement to address the incident.
In response to the breach, NRHN is enhancing its security protocols and reviewing its policies and procedures to prevent similar incidents in the future. The organization is committed to protecting the privacy of the information it handles and is also notifying applicable regulatory authorities as required. NRHN is emphasizing the importance of vigilance and is providing resources to assist potentially impacted individuals in safeguarding their personal information.
Affected individuals are advised to regularly review their account statements, monitor free credit reports, and consider placing fraud alerts or credit freezes on their credit reports if necessary. NRHN offers contact options for further information, including an email address and mailing address for inquiries. Individuals can obtain free credit reports annually from the major credit reporting bureaus through www.annualcreditreport.com or by calling 1-877-322-8228.
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