HHS OCR report ยท 2019
Northwood, Inc. data breach
OCR report facts
- Covered entity
- Northwood, Inc.
- Entity type
- Business Associate
- State
- Michigan
- Individuals affected
- 3,881
- Submission date
- Jul 16, 2019
- Type of breach
- Unauthorized Access/Disclosure
- Location of breached information
- Business associate present
- Yes
- Status
- Archive (closed)
OCR description
This review has been consolidated with another review of the same entity involving the same facts.
Text as published on the HHS OCR breach portal.
Other reports by Northwood, Inc.
| Covered entity | State | Entity type | Individuals | Submitted | Type of breach | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northwood, Inc. | MI | Business Associate | 583 | Jul 16, 2019 | Unauthorized Access/Disclosure | Archive (closed) |
| Northwood, Inc. | MI | Business Associate | 5,000 | Jul 12, 2019 | Unauthorized Access/Disclosure | Archive (closed) |
Frequently asked questions
How many people were affected by the Northwood, Inc. data breach?
The report to HHS OCR lists 3,881 individuals affected.
When was it reported to HHS?
It was submitted to HHS OCR on Jul 16, 2019.
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 Northwood, Inc. 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 Northwood, Inc..