HHS OCR report ยท 2023
Sharp Healthcare data breach
OCR report facts
- Covered entity
- Sharp Healthcare
- Entity type
- Healthcare Provider
- State
- California
- Individuals affected
- 62,777
- Submission date
- Feb 17, 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), Sharp Healthcare, reported that it experienced a cybersecurity incident that affected the protected health information (PHI) of 62,777 individuals. The PHI involved included names and financial and treatment information. The CE notified HHS, affected individuals, and the media. In its mitigation efforts, the CE strengthened its administrative, technical, and security safeguards. OCR provided technical assistance regarding the HIPAA Rules.
Text as published on the HHS OCR breach portal.
Other reports by Sharp Healthcare
| Covered entity | State | Entity type | Individuals | Submitted | Type of breach | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sharp HealthCare | CA | Healthcare Provider | 500 | Jun 6, 2025 | Hacking/IT Incident | Archive (closed) |
Frequently asked questions
How many people were affected by the Sharp Healthcare data breach?
The report to HHS OCR lists 62,777 individuals affected.
When was it reported to HHS?
It was submitted to HHS OCR on Feb 17, 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 Sharp Healthcare 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 Sharp Healthcare.