HHS OCR report ยท 2012
Georgetown University Hospital data breach
OCR report facts
- Covered entity
- Georgetown University Hospital
- Entity type
- Healthcare Provider
- State
- District of Columbia
- Individuals affected
- 1,549
- Submission date
- Feb 15, 2012
- Type of breach
- Unauthorized Access/Disclosure
- Location of breached information
- Paper/Films
- 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 Georgetown University Hospital
| Covered entity | State | Entity type | Individuals | Submitted | Type of breach | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Georgetown University Hospital | DC | Healthcare Provider | 2,416 | May 13, 2010 | Other, Theft | Archive (closed) |
Frequently asked questions
How many people were affected by the Georgetown University Hospital data breach?
The report to HHS OCR lists 1,549 individuals affected.
When was it reported to HHS?
It was submitted to HHS OCR on Feb 15, 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: 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 Georgetown University Hospital 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 Georgetown University Hospital.