HHS OCR report ยท 2012
Indiana University data breach
Indiana University, a health plan in Indiana, reported a breach affecting 3,266 individuals to HHS OCR on Nov 5, 2012.
OCR report facts
- Covered entity
- Indiana University
- Entity type
- Health Plan
- State
- Indiana
- Individuals affected
- 3,266
- Submission date
- Nov 5, 2012
- Type of breach
- Theft
- Location of breached information
- Laptop
- Business associate present
- No
- Status
- Archive (closed)
OCR description
An unencrypted and password protected laptop computer was stolen from the car of an employee (medical resident) of the covered entity (CE). The laptop contained the electronic protected health information (ePHI) of approximately 3,266 individuals. The types of ePHI in the breach included names, medical record numbers, birth dates, diagnosis codes, and social security numbers. The CE provided breach notification to HHS, affected individuals, and the media. Following the breach, the CE audi...
Text as published on the HHS OCR breach portal.
Other reports by Indiana University
| Covered entity | State | Entity type | Individuals | Submitted | Type of breach | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indiana University | IN | Healthcare Provider | 3,266 | Oct 4, 2011 | Theft | Archive (closed) |
Frequently asked questions
How many people were affected by the Indiana University data breach?
The report to HHS OCR lists 3,266 individuals affected.
When was it reported to HHS?
It was submitted to HHS OCR on Nov 5, 2012.
What type of breach was it?
The OCR portal lists the type of breach as Theft, 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 Indiana University 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 Indiana University.