HHS OCR report ยท 2026
Native American Health Center data breach
OCR report facts
- Covered entity
- Native American Health Center
- Entity type
- Health Plan
- State
- California
- Individuals affected
- 2,451
- Submission date
- Jan 14, 2026
- 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), Native American Health Center, reported that its business associate (BA) experienced a hacking attack that affected the protected health information (PHI) of 2,451 individuals. The PHI involved included clinical and demographic information. In response to the breach, the BA provided complimentary credit monitoring services to the affected individuals, and implemented additional administrative, technical, and security safeguards to better protect PHI.
Text as published on the HHS OCR breach portal.
Other reports by Native American Health Center
| Covered entity | State | Entity type | Individuals | Submitted | Type of breach | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Native American Health Center | CA | Healthcare Provider | 4,231 | Jan 18, 2024 | Hacking/IT Incident | Archive (closed) |
Frequently asked questions
How many people were affected by the Native American Health Center data breach?
The report to HHS OCR lists 2,451 individuals affected.
When was it reported to HHS?
It was submitted to HHS OCR on Jan 14, 2026.
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 Native American Health Center 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 Native American Health Center.