HHS OCR report ยท 2022
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences data breach
OCR report facts
- Covered entity
- University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
- Entity type
- Healthcare Provider
- State
- Arkansas
- Individuals affected
- 518
- Submission date
- Jan 21, 2022
- Type of breach
- Unauthorized Access/Disclosure
- Location of breached information
- Business associate present
- No
- Status
- Archive (closed)
OCR description
The covered entity (CE), University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, reported that an employee emailed the protected health information (PHI) of 518 individuals to a personal email account. The PHI involved included names, dates of birth, medications, and health insurance information. The CE notified HHS, affected individuals, the media, local and federal law enforcement, and provided substitute notice on its website. OCR provided technical assistance to the CE.
Text as published on the HHS OCR breach portal.
Other reports by University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
| Covered entity | State | Entity type | Individuals | Submitted | Type of breach | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences | AR | Healthcare Provider | 7,121 | Apr 20, 2012 | Unauthorized Access/Disclosure | Archive (closed) |
| University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences | AR | Healthcare Provider | 1,000 | Oct 18, 2010 | Theft | Archive (closed) |
Frequently asked questions
How many people were affected by the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences data breach?
The report to HHS OCR lists 518 individuals affected.
When was it reported to HHS?
It was submitted to HHS OCR on Jan 21, 2022.
What type of breach was it?
The OCR portal lists the type of breach as Unauthorized Access/Disclosure, 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 University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences 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 University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences.