HHS OCR report · 2018
Primary Health Care, Inc. data breach
OCR report facts
- Covered entity
- Primary Health Care, Inc.
- Entity type
- Healthcare Provider
- State
- Iowa
- Individuals affected
- 10,313
- Submission date
- Mar 16, 2018
- Type of breach
- Hacking/IT Incident
- Location of breached information
- Business associate present
- No
- Status
- Archive (closed)
OCR description
Primary Health Care, the covered entity (CE), reported that it was the victim of an email phishing attack. The affected accounts contained the protected health information (PHI) of 10,313 individuals. The PHI involved included names, addresses, dates of birth, drivers’ license information, Social Security numbers, claims information, financial information, diagnoses/conditions, and treatment information. The CE notified HHS, affected individuals, and the media. As a result of this breach, ...
Text as published on the HHS OCR breach portal.
Other reports by Primary Health Care, Inc.
| Covered entity | State | Entity type | Individuals | Submitted | Type of breach | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primary Health Care, Inc. | IA | Healthcare Provider | 787 | May 6, 2025 | Unauthorized Access/Disclosure | Archive (closed) |
Frequently asked questions
How many people were affected by the Primary Health Care, Inc. data breach?
The report to HHS OCR lists 10,313 individuals affected.
When was it reported to HHS?
It was submitted to HHS OCR on Mar 16, 2018.
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 Primary Health Care, 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 Primary Health Care, Inc..