HHS OCR report ยท 2023
Highlands Oncology Group PA data breach
OCR report facts
- Covered entity
- Highlands Oncology Group PA
- Entity type
- Healthcare Provider
- State
- Arkansas
- Individuals affected
- 55,297
- Submission date
- Dec 22, 2023
- Type of breach
- Hacking/IT Incident
- Location of breached information
- Network Server
- Business associate present
- No
- Status
- Archive (closed)
OCR description
The covered entity (CE), Highlands Oncology Group, reported that it experienced a ransomware incident that affected the protected health information (PHI) of 55,297 individuals. The PHI involved included names, addresses, dates of birth, Social Security numbers, claims information, diagnoses, conditions, lab results, medications, and other treatment information. The CE notified HHS, the affected individuals, and the media. In response to the breach, the CE implemented additional system monito...
Text as published on the HHS OCR breach portal.
Other reports by Highlands Oncology Group PA
| Covered entity | State | Entity type | Individuals | Submitted | Type of breach | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Highlands Oncology Group PA | AR | Healthcare Provider | 111,766 | Aug 1, 2025 | Hacking/IT Incident | Under investigation |
Frequently asked questions
How many people were affected by the Highlands Oncology Group PA data breach?
The report to HHS OCR lists 55,297 individuals affected.
When was it reported to HHS?
It was submitted to HHS OCR on Dec 22, 2023.
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?
No. The report is in the OCR portal archive, which holds reports where OCR has closed its review.
Is a breach notice letter from Highlands Oncology Group PA 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 Highlands Oncology Group PA.