HHS OCR report ยท 2026
Carle Health data breach
OCR report facts
- Covered entity
- Carle Health
- Entity type
- Healthcare Provider
- State
- Illinois
- Individuals affected
- 1,444
- Submission date
- Jun 19, 2026
- Type of breach
- Hacking/IT Incident
- Location of breached information
- Business associate present
- Yes
- Status
- Archive (closed)
OCR description
The covered entity (CE), Carle Health, reported that multiple employees of its business associate (BA) were the targets of an email phishing scheme that affected the protected health information (PHI) of approximately 1,444 individuals. The PHI involved demographic and treatment information. The CE notified HHS, the media, and the affected individuals. OCR provided technical assistance to the CE regarding the HIPAA Rules.
Text as published on the HHS OCR breach portal.
Other reports by Carle Health
| Covered entity | State | Entity type | Individuals | Submitted | Type of breach | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carle Health | IL | Healthcare Provider | 679 | Oct 5, 2023 | Hacking/IT Incident | Archive (closed) |
Frequently asked questions
How many people were affected by the Carle Health data breach?
The report to HHS OCR lists 1,444 individuals affected.
When was it reported to HHS?
It was submitted to HHS OCR on Jun 19, 2026.
What type of breach was it?
The OCR portal lists the type of breach as Hacking/IT Incident, with the breached information located in: Email.
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 Carle 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 Carle Health.