HHS OCR report · 2022
Scott County, Iowa data breach
OCR report facts
- Covered entity
- Scott County, Iowa
- Entity type
- Business Associate
- State
- Iowa
- Individuals affected
- 1,607
- Submission date
- Jul 25, 2022
- Type of breach
- Hacking/IT Incident
- Location of breached information
- Business associate present
- Yes
- Status
- Archive (closed)
OCR description
The covered entity (CE), Scott County, Iowa, reported that several employees were the subjects of an email phishing scheme that affected the protected health information (PHI) of 1,607 individuals. The PHI involved included names, dates of birth, addresses, drivers’ license and Social Security numbers, claims and financial information, diagnoses, lab results, health insurance information, and other treatment information. The CE notified HHS, the affected individuals, the media, and provided s...
Text as published on the HHS OCR breach portal.
Other reports by Scott County, Iowa
| Covered entity | State | Entity type | Individuals | Submitted | Type of breach | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scott County, Iowa | IA | Healthcare Provider | 4,336 | Feb 28, 2025 | Hacking/IT Incident | Archive (closed) |
Frequently asked questions
How many people were affected by the Scott County, Iowa data breach?
The report to HHS OCR lists 1,607 individuals affected.
When was it reported to HHS?
It was submitted to HHS OCR on Jul 25, 2022.
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 Scott County, Iowa 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 Scott County, Iowa.