HHS OCR report ยท 2024
River Region Cardiology data breach
River Region Cardiology, a healthcare provider in Alabama, reported a breach affecting 48,600 individuals to HHS OCR on Dec 11, 2024.
OCR report facts
- Covered entity
- River Region Cardiology
- Entity type
- Healthcare Provider
- State
- Alabama
- Individuals affected
- 48,600
- Submission date
- Dec 11, 2024
- Type of breach
- Hacking/IT Incident
- Location of breached information
- Network Server
- Business associate present
- No
- Status
- Under investigation
Frequently asked questions
How many people were affected by the River Region Cardiology data breach?
The report to HHS OCR lists 48,600 individuals affected.
When was it reported to HHS?
It was submitted to HHS OCR on Dec 11, 2024.
What type of breach was it?
The OCR portal lists the type of breach as Hacking/IT Incident, with the breached information located in: Network Server.
Is the investigation still open?
Yes. The OCR portal lists this report as under investigation.
Is a breach notice letter from River Region Cardiology 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 River Region Cardiology.