HHS OCR report · 2017
East Central Kansas Area Agency on Aging data breach
OCR report facts
- Covered entity
- East Central Kansas Area Agency on Aging
- Entity type
- Business Associate
- State
- Kansas
- Individuals affected
- 8,750
- Submission date
- Oct 31, 2017
- Type of breach
- Hacking/IT Incident
- Location of breached information
- Network Server
- Business associate present
- Yes
- Status
- Archive (closed)
OCR description
On September 5, 2017, the covered entity's (CE) ransomware encrypted some of its files in its Microsoft Azure environment. The files contained the protected health information (PHI) of 8,000 individuals and included patients’ names, dates of birth, addresses, social security numbers, and Medicaid numbers. The CE provided breach notification to HHS, affected individuals, and the media. To resolve the issues raised in this matter, the CE hired a cybersecurity company to investigate the breach a...
Text as published on the HHS OCR breach portal.
Frequently asked questions
How many people were affected by the East Central Kansas Area Agency on Aging data breach?
The report to HHS OCR lists 8,750 individuals affected.
When was it reported to HHS?
It was submitted to HHS OCR on Oct 31, 2017.
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 East Central Kansas Area Agency on Aging 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 East Central Kansas Area Agency on Aging.