HHS OCR report ยท 2024
Bronson Healthcare Group data breach
OCR report facts
- Covered entity
- Bronson Healthcare Group
- Entity type
- Healthcare Provider
- State
- Michigan
- Individuals affected
- 1,597
- Submission date
- Mar 13, 2024
- Type of breach
- Unauthorized Access/Disclosure
- Location of breached information
- Electronic Medical Record
- Business associate present
- No
- Status
- Archive (closed)
OCR description
The covered entity (CE), Bronson Healthcare Group, reported that its Epic system containing protected health information (PHI) was accessed by an employee who did not have authorization. According to the breach report, the breach affected approximately 1,597 individuals. The PHI involved demographic and treatment information. The CE notified HHS, affected individuals, and the media. In its mitigation efforts, the CE sanctioned the responsible employee, enhanced its access controls, and im...
Text as published on the HHS OCR breach portal.
Other reports by Bronson Healthcare Group
| Covered entity | State | Entity type | Individuals | Submitted | Type of breach | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bronson Healthcare Group | MI | Healthcare Provider | 8,256 | Dec 5, 2017 | Hacking/IT Incident | Archive (closed) |
Frequently asked questions
How many people were affected by the Bronson Healthcare Group data breach?
The report to HHS OCR lists 1,597 individuals affected.
When was it reported to HHS?
It was submitted to HHS OCR on Mar 13, 2024.
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 Bronson Healthcare 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 Bronson Healthcare Group.