HHS OCR report ยท 2023
Indiana University Health data breach
OCR report facts
- Covered entity
- Indiana University Health
- Entity type
- Healthcare Provider
- State
- Indiana
- Individuals affected
- 4,194
- Submission date
- Sep 22, 2023
- 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), Indiana University Health, reported that its business associate (BA) experienced a cybersecurity incident that affected the protected health information (PHI) of 4,194 individuals. The PHI involved included names and treatment information. The CE notified HHS, affected individuals, the media, and provided substitute notice. In response to the breach, the BA implemented additional technical and security safeguards to better protect PHI.
Text as published on the HHS OCR breach portal.
Other reports by Indiana University Health
| Covered entity | State | Entity type | Individuals | Submitted | Type of breach | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indiana University Health | IN | Health Plan | 1,191 | Aug 31, 2023 | Hacking/IT Incident | Archive (closed) |
| Indiana University Health | IN | Health Plan | 21,383 | Aug 4, 2023 | Hacking/IT Incident | Archive (closed) |
| Indiana University Health | IN | Healthcare Provider | 1,399 | Nov 3, 2017 | Improper Disposal | Archive (closed) |
Frequently asked questions
How many people were affected by the Indiana University Health data breach?
The report to HHS OCR lists 4,194 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 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 Indiana University 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 Indiana University Health.