HHS OCR report · 2013
Louisiana State University Health Care Services Division data breach
OCR report facts
- Covered entity
- Louisiana State University Health Care Services Division
- Entity type
- Healthcare Provider
- State
- Louisiana
- Individuals affected
- 1,100
- Submission date
- Jul 25, 2013
- Type of breach
- Unauthorized Access/Disclosure
- Location of breached information
- Desktop Computer
- Business associate present
- No
- Status
- Archive (closed)
OCR description
Electronic protected health information (ePHI) was used and disclosed by a workforce member of the covered entity (CE), Louisiana State University Health Care Services Division, to produce fraudulent checks and steal cash. The ePHI included the checking accounts, driver’s licenses, social security numbers, and other demographic information for approximately 6,994 individuals. The CE provided breach notification to HHS, affected individuals, and the media. Upon discovering the breach, the C...
Text as published on the HHS OCR breach portal.
Other reports by Louisiana State University Health Care Services Division
| Covered entity | State | Entity type | Individuals | Submitted | Type of breach | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Louisiana State University Health Care Services Division | LA | Healthcare Provider | 6,994 | Jul 22, 2013 | Unauthorized Access/Disclosure | Archive (closed) |
Frequently asked questions
How many people were affected by the Louisiana State University Health Care Services Division data breach?
The report to HHS OCR lists 1,100 individuals affected.
When was it reported to HHS?
It was submitted to HHS OCR on Jul 25, 2013.
What type of breach was it?
The OCR portal lists the type of breach as Unauthorized Access/Disclosure, with the breached information located in: Desktop Computer.
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 Louisiana State University Health Care Services Division 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 Louisiana State University Health Care Services Division.