HHS OCR report · 2013
Rotech Healthcare Inc. data breach
OCR report facts
- Covered entity
- Rotech Healthcare Inc.
- Entity type
- Healthcare Provider
- State
- Florida
- Individuals affected
- 10,680
- Submission date
- Oct 29, 2013
- Type of breach
- Unauthorized Access/Disclosure
- Location of breached information
- Laptop
- Business associate present
- No
- Status
- Archive (closed)
OCR description
A former employee of the covered entity (CE), Rotech, removed and retained electronic files from a company computer, some of which contained the protected health information (PHI) of employees in relation to the CE’s group health plan. The demographic, clinical and financial information of 10,680 individuals was affected by the breach. The CE provided breach notification to HHS, affected individuals, and the media. In response to the breach, the CE updated its policies and procedures regar...
Text as published on the HHS OCR breach portal.
Other reports by Rotech Healthcare Inc.
| Covered entity | State | Entity type | Individuals | Submitted | Type of breach | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rotech Healthcare Inc. | FL | Healthcare Provider | 957 | Aug 11, 2016 | Unauthorized Access/Disclosure | Archive (closed) |
Frequently asked questions
How many people were affected by the Rotech Healthcare Inc. data breach?
The report to HHS OCR lists 10,680 individuals affected.
When was it reported to HHS?
It was submitted to HHS OCR on Oct 29, 2013.
What type of breach was it?
The OCR portal lists the type of breach as Unauthorized Access/Disclosure, with the breached information located in: Laptop.
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 Rotech Healthcare Inc. 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 Rotech Healthcare Inc..