HHS OCR report ยท 2019
University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics data breach
OCR report facts
- Covered entity
- University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics
- Entity type
- Healthcare Provider
- State
- Iowa
- Individuals affected
- 950
- Submission date
- Jun 25, 2019
- Type of breach
- Unauthorized Access/Disclosure
- Location of breached information
- Business associate present
- No
- Status
- Archive (closed)
OCR description
The covered entity (CE), the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, reported that an employee emailed the protected health information (PHI) of 950 individuals to other members of a research study without authorization. The PHI involved included names, email addresses, and diagnoses/conditions. The CE notified HHS, affected individuals, the media, and established a toll free number for questions or concerns. In its mitigation efforts, the CE implemented additional administrative safegua...
Text as published on the HHS OCR breach portal.
Other reports by University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics
| Covered entity | State | Entity type | Individuals | Submitted | Type of breach | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics | IA | Healthcare Provider | 5,292 | Jun 22, 2017 | Unauthorized Access/Disclosure | Archive (closed) |
Frequently asked questions
How many people were affected by the University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics data breach?
The report to HHS OCR lists 950 individuals affected.
When was it reported to HHS?
It was submitted to HHS OCR on Jun 25, 2019.
What type of breach was it?
The OCR portal lists the type of breach as Unauthorized Access/Disclosure, 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 University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics 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 University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics.