HHS OCR report ยท 2010
WellPoint, Inc. data breach
OCR report facts
- Covered entity
- WellPoint, Inc.
- Entity type
- Health Plan
- State
- Indiana
- Individuals affected
- 31,700
- Submission date
- Jul 30, 2010
- Type of breach
- Hacking/IT Incident
- Location of breached information
- Network Server
- Business associate present
- No
- Status
- Archive (closed)
OCR description
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Text as published on the HHS OCR breach portal.
Other reports by WellPoint, Inc.
| Covered entity | State | Entity type | Individuals | Submitted | Type of breach | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wellpoint, Inc. | IN | Business Associate | 579 | Oct 7, 2025 | Hacking/IT Incident | Under investigation |
Frequently asked questions
How many people were affected by the WellPoint, Inc. data breach?
The report to HHS OCR lists 31,700 individuals affected.
When was it reported to HHS?
It was submitted to HHS OCR on Jul 30, 2010.
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 WellPoint, 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 WellPoint, Inc..