HHS OCR report · 2022
Central Florida Cardiology Group data breach
OCR report facts
- Covered entity
- Central Florida Cardiology Group
- Entity type
- Healthcare Provider
- State
- Florida
- Individuals affected
- 1,186
- Submission date
- Apr 14, 2022
- Type of breach
- Hacking/IT Incident
- Location of breached information
- Network Server
- Business associate present
- Yes
- Status
- Archive (closed)
OCR description
The covered entity (CE), Central Florida Cariology Group, reported that its business associate (BA) experienced a cybersecurity attack that affected the protected health information (PHI) of 1,168 individuals. The PHI involved included names, addresses, dates of birth, Social Security numbers, drivers’ license numbers, claims and financial information, diagnoses, lab results, and medications prescribed. The BA notified affected individuals; the CE notified HHS, the media, and posted substitut...
Text as published on the HHS OCR breach portal.
Other reports by Central Florida Cardiology Group
| Covered entity | State | Entity type | Individuals | Submitted | Type of breach | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Florida Cardiology Group | FL | Healthcare Provider | 2,817 | Dec 7, 2020 | Unauthorized Access/Disclosure | Archive (closed) |
Frequently asked questions
How many people were affected by the Central Florida Cardiology Group data breach?
The report to HHS OCR lists 1,186 individuals affected.
When was it reported to HHS?
It was submitted to HHS OCR on Apr 14, 2022.
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 Central Florida Cardiology Group 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 Central Florida Cardiology Group.