HHS OCR report ยท 2017
The Affiliated Sante Group data breach
OCR report facts
- Covered entity
- The Affiliated Sante Group
- Entity type
- Healthcare Provider
- State
- Maryland
- Individuals affected
- 550
- Submission date
- Jan 31, 2017
- Type of breach
- Unauthorized Access/Disclosure
- Location of breached information
- Electronic Medical Record
- Business associate present
- Yes
- Status
- Archive (closed)
OCR description
A contractor for the covered entity (CE) posted software code on an open source online forum without the permission of the CE and inadvertently posted a directory containing the protected health information (PHI) of 550 individuals. The types of PHI involved in the breach included names, addresses, dates of birth, and social security numbers. The CE provided breach notification to HHS, affected individuals, and the media. Following the breach, the CE ensured that the directory was deleted ...
Text as published on the HHS OCR breach portal.
Other reports by The Affiliated Sante Group
| Covered entity | State | Entity type | Individuals | Submitted | Type of breach | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Affiliated Sante Group | MD | Healthcare Provider | 679 | Oct 24, 2019 | Theft | Archive (closed) |
Frequently asked questions
How many people were affected by the The Affiliated Sante Group data breach?
The report to HHS OCR lists 550 individuals affected.
When was it reported to HHS?
It was submitted to HHS OCR on Jan 31, 2017.
What type of breach was it?
The OCR portal lists the type of breach as Unauthorized Access/Disclosure, with the breached information located in: Electronic Medical Record.
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 The Affiliated Sante Group 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 The Affiliated Sante Group.