HHS OCR report ยท 2012
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
- 7,121
- Submission date
- Apr 20, 2012
- Type of breach
- Unauthorized Access/Disclosure
- Location of breached information
- Other
- Business associate present
- No
- Status
- Archive (closed)
OCR description
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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 | 518 | Jan 21, 2022 | 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 7,121 individuals affected.
When was it reported to HHS?
It was submitted to HHS OCR on Apr 20, 2012.
What type of breach was it?
The OCR portal lists the type of breach as Unauthorized Access/Disclosure, with the breached information located in: Other.
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.