HHS OCR report ยท 2026
Methodist Homes of Alabama and Northwest Florida data breach
Methodist Homes of Alabama and Northwest Florida, a healthcare provider in Alabama, reported a breach affecting 1,406 individuals to HHS OCR on Jan 6, 2026.
OCR report facts
- Covered entity
- Methodist Homes of Alabama and Northwest Florida
- Entity type
- Healthcare Provider
- State
- Alabama
- Individuals affected
- 1,406
- Submission date
- Jan 6, 2026
- Type of breach
- Hacking/IT Incident
- Location of breached information
- Business associate present
- No
- Status
- Under investigation
Other reports by Methodist Homes of Alabama and Northwest Florida
| Covered entity | State | Entity type | Individuals | Submitted | Type of breach | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Methodist Homes of Alabama and Northwest Florida | AL | Healthcare Provider | 8,711 | Jan 30, 2025 | Hacking/IT Incident | Archive (closed) |
Frequently asked questions
How many people were affected by the Methodist Homes of Alabama and Northwest Florida data breach?
The report to HHS OCR lists 1,406 individuals affected.
When was it reported to HHS?
It was submitted to HHS OCR on Jan 6, 2026.
What type of breach was it?
The OCR portal lists the type of breach as Hacking/IT Incident, with the breached information located in: Email.
Is the investigation still open?
Yes. The OCR portal lists this report as under investigation.
Is a breach notice letter from Methodist Homes of Alabama and Northwest Florida legitimate?
This site cannot verify letters. Check the sender against the organisation's official website and the HHS OCR breach portal, and avoid calling numbers or clicking links only listed in an unexpected message. See our guide on what to do after a data breach notice.
Source: HHS OCR Breach Portal, OCR export October 2026. Network USA is not affiliated with HHS or Methodist Homes of Alabama and Northwest Florida.