Chord Specialty Dental Partners Data Breach Class Action

At Console & Associates, our data breach lawyers are closely examining the recent Chord Specialty Dental Partners data breach. This data breach was disclosed following a cyber security incident at Chord Specialty Dental Partners, which may have affected as many as 173,430 individuals, potentially exposing sensitive personal identifiable information including Social Security numbers.

What Happened?

A recent report from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office for Civil Rights states that the Chord Specialty Dental Partners data breach occurred due to unauthorized access to employee email accounts.

The security incident was first detected on September 11, 2024, when Chord identified unusual activity within an employee's email account. The company secured the compromised account and enlisted third-party cybersecurity specialists to conduct a thorough investigation. This investigation revealed that unauthorized access to multiple employee email accounts had occurred between August 19, 2024, and September 25, 2024.

Through their forensic analysis, Chord Specialty Dental Partners discovered that confidential patient information was contained within these compromised email accounts. The exposed data varies by individual but potentially includes:

• Names
• Addresses
• Social Security numbers
• Driver's license numbers
• Bank account information
• Payment card information
• Dates of birth
• Medical information
• Health insurance information

Data breach letters were sent out by Chord Specialty Dental Partners on March 14, 2025, informing affected individuals about the nature of the incident and the specific types of compromised data.

Steps To Take If You Were Affected By A Data Breach

1. Monitor all accounts and credit reports closely
   1. Set up alerts for suspicious activity
   2. Review all financial statements thoroughly
   3. Request free credit reports and examine them for unauthorized entries
      
      
2. Consider freezing your credit
   1. Contact all three major credit bureaus to place a freeze
   2. Understand this prevents new accounts from being opened in your name
   3. Remember to temporarily lift the freeze when applying for legitimate credit
      
      
3. Look out for phishing attempts using information from the Chord Specialty Dental Partners data breach
   1. Be wary of unexpected emails or messages claiming to be from Chord Specialty Dental Partners
   2. Don't click on suspicious links or download unexpected attachments
   3. Verify all communications through official channels
      
      
4. Change passwords for affected accounts
   1. Create strong, unique passwords for each account
   2. Use a combination of letters, numbers, and special characters
   3. Consider using a password manager for better security
      
      
5. Enable two-factor authentication where possible
   1. Add this extra layer of security to all important accounts
   2. Use authenticator apps rather than SMS when available
   3. Keep backup codes in a secure location

For more detailed guidance, explore our “Guide for Victims of a Data Breach” to better understand measures you can take to protect yourself after a data breach.

Chord Specialty Dental Partners Overview

Chord Specialty Dental Partners operates as a multi-specialty Dental Support Organization (DSO) that delivers comprehensive business and operational support services to affiliated dental practices across the United States. Formally known by its legal entities CDHA Management, LLC and Spark DSO, LLC, the organization underwent a rebranding in April 2024, transitioning from Spark Dental Management to its current name.

Based in Nashville, Tennessee, Chord Specialty Dental Partners maintains a significant footprint in the dental industry, supporting over 60 partner practices spread across six states. The organization focuses on providing administrative and operational infrastructure to various specialized dental practices, including pediatric dentistry, orthodontics, and oral surgery. Additionally, Chord manages ambulatory surgery centers that serve these affiliated practices.

The company's business model centers on handling non-clinical aspects of dental practice management, allowing dental professionals to focus on patient care while Chord handles administrative functions, technology implementation, compliance management, and business operations.

Chord Specialty Dental Partners Data Breach Victims Have Rights - Don’t Wait to Act

How do you know that you were affected by the Chord Specialty Dental Partners data breach? Usually victims receive a NOTICE OF DATA BREACH in the mail, but the impact of a breach can be felt long before notices are sent to those affected. This can be in the form of fraudulent financial activity and other forms of identity theft.

If you believe you were affected, we encourage you to reach out to our data breach law firm for legal assistance through a no-cost consultation about your situation. We will review your eligibility to file a data breach class action lawsuit and discuss your legal rights and any compensation that may be available to you.

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