HHS OCR report ยท 2024
Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services data breach
OCR report facts
- Covered entity
- Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services
- Entity type
- Healthcare Provider
- State
- Massachusetts
- Individuals affected
- 500
- Submission date
- Mar 11, 2024
- Type of breach
- Improper Disposal
- Location of breached information
- Paper/Films
- Business associate present
- No
- Status
- Archive (closed)
OCR description
The covered entity (CE), Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services, reported that it stored the protected health information (PHI) of 500 individuals in an unsecure facility. The PHI involved included names, dates of birth, Social Security numbers, addresses, diagnoses, lab results, medications, and financial and claims information. The CE notified HHS, affected individuals, the media, and posted substitute notice on its website. In response to the breach, the CE implemented addition...
Text as published on the HHS OCR breach portal.
Other reports by Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services
| Covered entity | State | Entity type | Individuals | Submitted | Type of breach | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services | MA | Healthcare Provider | 3,800 | Nov 8, 2024 | Hacking/IT Incident | Archive (closed) |
Frequently asked questions
How many people were affected by the Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services data breach?
The report to HHS OCR lists 500 individuals affected.
When was it reported to HHS?
It was submitted to HHS OCR on Mar 11, 2024.
What type of breach was it?
The OCR portal lists the type of breach as Improper Disposal, with the breached information located in: Paper/Films.
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 Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services 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 Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services.