HHS OCR report ยท 2017
Area Agency of Aging 1-B data breach
OCR report facts
- Covered entity
- Area Agency of Aging 1-B
- Entity type
- Healthcare Provider
- State
- Michigan
- Individuals affected
- 1,741
- Submission date
- Apr 13, 2017
- Type of breach
- Unauthorized Access/Disclosure
- Location of breached information
- Business associate present
- No
- Status
- Archive (closed)
OCR description
A workforce member failed to encrypt emails containing spreadsheet attachments when they were sent to the intended recipient. The unencrypted emails contained the protected health information (PHI) of approximately 1,741 individuals and included names, case numbers, dates of service, and medical procedures codes. The covered entity (CE), Michigan Department of Health and Human Services/Aging and Adult Services Agency, provided breach notification to HHS, affected individuals, and the media...
Text as published on the HHS OCR breach portal.
Other reports by Area Agency of Aging 1-B
| Covered entity | State | Entity type | Individuals | Submitted | Type of breach | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Area Agency of Aging 1-B | MI | Healthcare Provider | 1,741 | Apr 13, 2017 | Unauthorized Access/Disclosure | Archive (closed) |
Frequently asked questions
How many people were affected by the Area Agency of Aging 1-B data breach?
The report to HHS OCR lists 1,741 individuals affected.
When was it reported to HHS?
It was submitted to HHS OCR on Apr 13, 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: 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 Area Agency of Aging 1-B 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 Area Agency of Aging 1-B.