HHS OCR report ยท 2017
MGA Home Healthcare Colorado, Inc. data breach
OCR report facts
- Covered entity
- MGA Home Healthcare Colorado, Inc.
- Entity type
- Healthcare Provider
- State
- Arizona
- Individuals affected
- 2,898
- Submission date
- Oct 25, 2017
- Type of breach
- Hacking/IT Incident
- Location of breached information
- Business associate present
- No
- Status
- Archive (closed)
OCR description
On October 25, 2017, MGA Home Healthcare Colorado, Inc., the covered entity (CE), reported that a workforce member fell victim to an email phishing attack. The breach included the protected health information (PHI) of approximately 10,871 individuals and included demographic information and health insurance information, claims histories, dispute information, health plan beneficiary numbers, and subscriber identification. The CE provided breach notification to HHS, affected individuals, and ...
Text as published on the HHS OCR breach portal.
Other reports by MGA Home Healthcare Colorado, Inc.
| Covered entity | State | Entity type | Individuals | Submitted | Type of breach | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MGA Home Healthcare Colorado, Inc. | AZ | Healthcare Provider | 3,119 | Oct 19, 2016 | Loss | Archive (closed) |
Frequently asked questions
How many people were affected by the MGA Home Healthcare Colorado, Inc. data breach?
The report to HHS OCR lists 2,898 individuals affected.
When was it reported to HHS?
It was submitted to HHS OCR on Oct 25, 2017.
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?
No. The report is in the OCR portal archive, which holds reports where OCR has closed its review.
Is a breach notice letter from MGA Home Healthcare Colorado, Inc. 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 MGA Home Healthcare Colorado, Inc..