Advantage Orthopedic recently informed the Attorney General of Oregon about a data breach that compromised sensitive personal and protected health information. The breach, discovered on February 11, 2024, involved unauthorized access to the organization’s systems and data. This breach occurred between January 29 and February 11, 2024, leading to an investigation to understand the scope and impact of the incident.
The investigation revealed that the unauthorized third party had potentially viewed and acquired various types of sensitive information. This includes personal identifiers such as names, Social Security numbers, dates of birth, and financial account details. Additionally, medical information, including clinical and treatment details, medical record numbers, and health insurance information, may have been exposed.
In response, Advantage Orthopedic began notifying affected individuals on February 21, 2024. The organization is providing those impacted with a detailed list of the exposed information and offering complimentary credit monitoring services. This effort is part of their broader strategy to manage the breach’s fallout and protect individuals’ personal data.
Advantage Orthopedic, based in Gresham, Oregon, specializes in advanced minimally invasive procedures for orthopedic and sports medicine conditions. The organization operates multiple locations in Oregon and is committed to enhancing its data security measures to prevent future breaches.
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