HHS OCR report ยท 2011
Jefferson Center for Mental Health data breach
OCR report facts
- Covered entity
- Jefferson Center for Mental Health
- Entity type
- Healthcare Provider
- State
- Colorado
- Individuals affected
- 546
- Submission date
- Feb 7, 2011
- Type of breach
- Theft
- Location of breached information
- Paper/Films
- Business associate present
- No
- Status
- Archive (closed)
OCR description
A list containing the protected health information (PHI) of 546 patients was stolen from the vehicle of the covered entity's (CE) employee. The breached PHI included names, dates of birth, social security numbers, and Medicaid information. Following the breach, the CE changed its practices and procedures to safeguard PHI and trained staff on its new policies. As a result of OCR's investigation, the CE improved its process for reporting breaches and mitigating harm.
Text as published on the HHS OCR breach portal.
Other reports by Jefferson Center for Mental Health
| Covered entity | State | Entity type | Individuals | Submitted | Type of breach | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jefferson Center for Mental Health | CO | Healthcare Provider | 1,319 | Jan 30, 2020 | Theft | Archive (closed) |
Frequently asked questions
How many people were affected by the Jefferson Center for Mental Health data breach?
The report to HHS OCR lists 546 individuals affected.
When was it reported to HHS?
It was submitted to HHS OCR on Feb 7, 2011.
What type of breach was it?
The OCR portal lists the type of breach as Theft, with the breached information located in: Paper/Films.
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 Jefferson Center for Mental Health 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 Jefferson Center for Mental Health.