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OnePoint Patient Care Data Breach Investigation

Written by Console & Associates P.C. | Oct 28, 2024 3:30:00 PM

At Console & Associates, our data breach lawyers are closely examining the recent OnePoint Patient Care data breach. This data breach was disclosed following a cyber security incident at OnePoint Patient Care, which has exposed sensitive personal identifiable information of as many as 795,916 individuals across their healthcare network.

 

What Happened?

A recent report from the Texas Attorney General's Office states that the OnePoint Patient Care data breach occurred due to a cyber security incident that allowed unauthorized access to their computer systems. The breach took place between August 6, 2024, and August 8, 2024, with confirmation of the unauthorized access coming on August 15, 2024. The compromised information includes:

  • Names
  • Social Security numbers
  • Residence information
  • Medical record numbers
  • Diagnosis information
  • Prescription details

Data breach letters will be sent out by OnePoint Patient Care beginning October 21, 2024, informing the affected 795,916 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
  2. Consider freezing your credit
  3. Look out for phishing attempts using information from the OnePoint Patient Care data breach
  4. Change passwords for affected accounts
  5. Enable two-factor authentication where possible

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.

 

OnePoint Patient Care Overview

Founded in 1965, OnePoint Patient Care has established itself as a leading national hospice-focused pharmacy based in Tempe, Arizona. The company combines traditional pharmacy services with Pharmacy Benefit Manager (PBM) capabilities, managing over 100 company-owned pharmacies and coordinating with 55,000+ contracted network pharmacies. With 341 employees and annual revenue of $82 million, OPPC plays a crucial role in providing specialized healthcare services across the United States.

 

OnePoint Patient Care Data Breach Victims Have Rights - Don’t Wait to Act

How do you know that you were affected by the OnePoint Patient Care 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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