HHS OCR report ยท 2026
Iowa Department of Health and Human Services data breach
OCR report facts
- Covered entity
- Iowa Department of Health and Human Services
- Entity type
- Health Plan
- State
- Iowa
- Individuals affected
- 6,717
- Submission date
- Apr 16, 2026
- Type of breach
- Unauthorized Access/Disclosure
- Location of breached information
- Network Server
- Business associate present
- No
- Status
- Archive (closed)
OCR description
The covered entity (CE), Iowa Department of Health and Human Services, reported that it mistakenly posted a spreadsheet for a Medicaid waiver program on its website that contained the protected health information (PHI) of 6,717 individuals. The PHI involved health insurance information. The CE notified HHS, affected individuals, and the media. In its mitigation efforts, the CE is revising its relevant administrative processes and retraining its workforce. OCR provided technical assistance ...
Text as published on the HHS OCR breach portal.
Other reports by Iowa Department of Health and Human Services
| Covered entity | State | Entity type | Individuals | Submitted | Type of breach | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Iowa Department of Health and Human Services | IA | Health Plan | 833 | May 26, 2023 | Unauthorized Access/Disclosure | Archive (closed) |
Frequently asked questions
How many people were affected by the Iowa Department of Health and Human Services data breach?
The report to HHS OCR lists 6,717 individuals affected.
When was it reported to HHS?
It was submitted to HHS OCR on Apr 16, 2026.
What type of breach was it?
The OCR portal lists the type of breach as Unauthorized Access/Disclosure, 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 Iowa Department of Health and Human Services 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 Iowa Department of Health and Human Services.