HHS OCR report ยท 2024
Native American Health Center data breach
OCR report facts
- Covered entity
- Native American Health Center
- Entity type
- Healthcare Provider
- State
- California
- Individuals affected
- 4,231
- Submission date
- Jan 18, 2024
- 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 that it experienced a ransomware incident that affected the protected health information (PHI) of 4,231 individuals. The PHI involved included names, addresses, dates of birth, Social Security numbers, diagnoses/conditions, and other treatment information. The CE notified HHS, affected individuals, the media, and posted substitute notice on its website. In its mitigation efforts, the CE provided complimentary credit monitor...
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 | Health Plan | 2,451 | Jan 14, 2026 | 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 4,231 individuals affected.
When was it reported to HHS?
It was submitted to HHS OCR on Jan 18, 2024.
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.