Claris Vision Holdings Data Breach Class Action

At Console & Associates, our data breach lawyers are closely examining the recent Claris Vision Holdings data breach. This data breach was disclosed following a cyber security incident at Claris Vision Holdings, which may have affected patients across multiple eyecare facilities, potentially exposing sensitive personal identifiable information and confidential medical records.

What Happened?

A recent report from the Massachusetts Attorney General's office states that the Claris Vision Holdings data breach occurred due to a cyber security attack that compromised portions of the company's computer network.

The investigation revealed unauthorized access to sensitive patient information occurred over nearly a month-long period. According to official filings, an unknown party gained access to Claris Vision's systems between July 10, 2024 and August 5, 2024. The company confirmed the security breach on December 18, 2024, after conducting an internal investigation that verified patient data had been compromised.

Although the specific data types exposed haven't been publicly disclosed, typical healthcare breaches often involve:

• Full names
• Dates of birth
• Contact information
• Medical record numbers
• Treatment information
• Health insurance details
• Billing information
• Social Security numbers

The breach impacted patients from multiple affiliated facilities including Eye Health Associates Inc., Eye Health Associates of RI Inc., Koch Eye Associates LLP, Candescent Eye Surgicenter LLC (St. James Surgery Center), and Candescent Eye Health Surgicenter LLC (Greater New Bedford Surgery Center).

Data breach letters were sent out by Claris Vision Holdings on February 14, 2025, informing affected individuals about the nature of the incident and 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 Claris Vision Holdings data breach
   1. Be wary of unexpected emails or messages claiming to be from Claris Vision Holdings
   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.

Claris Vision Holdings Overview

Claris Vision Holdings, LLC operates as a management organization for several affiliated ophthalmology practices throughout Massachusetts and Rhode Island. Established in 2011, the company formed through the strategic consolidation of established regional eye care providers.

The organization functions as an administrative entity overseeing multiple eye care facilities including Koch Eye Associates, Eye Health Associates of Rhode Island, Eye Health Associates Inc., and two surgical centers operated under the Candescent name (St. James Surgery Center and Greater New Bedford Surgery Center).

These facilities collectively deliver a comprehensive range of vision services spanning from routine examinations to complex surgical interventions. Their medical offerings include cataract removal, laser vision correction, glaucoma treatment, retinal care, corneal procedures, and general optometric services. The facilities also provide retail optical services, dispensing prescription eyewear and contact lenses.

Claris Vision Holdings maintains approximately 200 employees across its network and generates approximately $50 million in annual revenue. Each affiliated practice maintains its distinct clinical operations while benefiting from shared administrative resources, management systems, and technology infrastructure through the Claris Vision Holdings framework.

Claris Vision Holdings Data Breach Victims Have Rights - Don’t Wait to Act

How do you know that you were affected by the Claris Vision Holdings 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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