HHS OCR report ยท 2015
Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield data breach
OCR report facts
- Covered entity
- Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield
- Entity type
- Health Plan
- State
- Arkansas
- Individuals affected
- 560
- Submission date
- Jul 14, 2015
- Type of breach
- Theft
- Location of breached information
- Desktop Computer
- Business associate present
- Yes
- Status
- Archive (closed)
OCR description
On June 16, 2015, two unencrypted desktop computers containing the protected health information (PHI) of approximately 560 individuals were stolen from the business associate (BA), Treat Insurance Agency, at its North Little Rock offices. The BA is an insurance broker that solicits and submits applications for health insurance coverage to the covered entity (CE), Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield. The types of PHI involved in the breach included demographic, clinical and financial informa...
Text as published on the HHS OCR breach portal.
Other reports by Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield
| Covered entity | State | Entity type | Individuals | Submitted | Type of breach | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield | AR | Health Plan | 633 | Oct 22, 2024 | Hacking/IT Incident | Archive (closed) |
Frequently asked questions
How many people were affected by the Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield data breach?
The report to HHS OCR lists 560 individuals affected.
When was it reported to HHS?
It was submitted to HHS OCR on Jul 14, 2015.
What type of breach was it?
The OCR portal lists the type of breach as Theft, with the breached information located in: Desktop Computer.
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 Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield 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 Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield.