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AWHG Data Breach Exposes Patients

June 12, 2023
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HWL Ebsworth Law Firm Faces Data Leak

Atlanta Women’s Health Group is in the midst of a data breach crisis that has compromised confidential patient information, revealed through the company’s filing with the HHS-OCR. Although the details are limited on the breach portal, it is confirmed that the incident involved a “Hacking/IT incident” targeting the organization’s network servers. The breach prompted an immediate investigation by AWHG, uncovering that an unauthorized party gained access to sensitive patient data stored on the company’s IT network. The affected information is expected to include names, Social Security numbers, lab results, diagnoses, and health insurance claims, but the specific data types leaked are yet to be confirmed.

Atlanta Women’s Health Group, founded in 1999, is a significant organization with over 40 OB/GYN practices in the Atlanta area, conducting more than 400,000 visits annually for over 300,000 patients. The breach, affecting such a large healthcare network, raises concerns about the security of patient information and underscores the challenges faced by healthcare organizations in safeguarding sensitive data. The company, with more than 174 employees and an annual revenue of approximately $14 million, has taken steps to address the breach by sending out data breach letters to individuals whose information was compromised in the security incident.

As the investigation continues, the incident highlights the broader issue of data security in the healthcare sector, emphasizing the need for robust cybersecurity measures to protect patient confidentiality. Atlanta Women’s Health Group is committed to working with affected individuals to enhance their protection during the ongoing investigation, as breaches of this nature can have far-reaching consequences for both the organization and the patients involved. The breach notification letters sent to affected individuals reflect the company’s commitment to transparency and keeping patients informed about the steps being taken to mitigate the impact of the data breach.

Reference:
  • Atlanta Women’s Health Group Files Notice of Data Breach Affecting 33k+ Patients

Tags: AtlantaAtlanta Women’s Health GroupCyber incidentCyber Incidents 2023Data BreachGeorgiaHealthcareJune 2023Protected Health Information (PHI)USAwomen
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