HHS OCR report ยท 2023
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas data breach
OCR report facts
- Covered entity
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
- Entity type
- Business Associate
- State
- Illinois
- Individuals affected
- 3,708
- Submission date
- Sep 22, 2023
- Type of breach
- Unauthorized Access/Disclosure
- Location of breached information
- Paper/Films
- Business associate present
- Yes
- Status
- Archive (closed)
OCR description
The business associate (BA), Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas, reported that an employee inadvertently mailed the protected health information (PHI) of 3,708 individuals to the wrong addresses. The PHI involved included names and health insurance information. The BA notified HHS, affected individuals, and the media In response to the breach, the BA implemented additional administrative safeguards to better protect PHI.
Text as published on the HHS OCR breach portal.
Other reports by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
| Covered entity | State | Entity type | Individuals | Submitted | Type of breach | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas | IL | Business Associate | 593 | May 9, 2025 | Unauthorized Access/Disclosure | Under investigation |
Frequently asked questions
How many people were affected by the Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas data breach?
The report to HHS OCR lists 3,708 individuals affected.
When was it reported to HHS?
It was submitted to HHS OCR on Sep 22, 2023.
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 Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas 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 Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas.