HHS OCR report · 2019
Paragon Health, P.C. data breach
OCR report facts
- Covered entity
- Paragon Health, P.C.
- Entity type
- Healthcare Provider
- State
- Michigan
- Individuals affected
- 4,674
- Submission date
- Sep 16, 2019
- Type of breach
- Hacking/IT Incident
- Location of breached information
- Business associate present
- No
- Status
- Archive (closed)
OCR description
The covered entity (CE), Paragon Health, P.C., reported that an employee was the victim of an email phishing attack. The email account contained the protected health information (PHI) of 4,674 individuals. The PHI involved included names, dates of birth, addresses, Social Security numbers, financial information, drivers’ license information, passport information, clinical information, lab results, and health insurance information. The CE notified HHS, affected individuals, and the media. ...
Text as published on the HHS OCR breach portal.
Other reports by Paragon Health, P.C.
| Covered entity | State | Entity type | Individuals | Submitted | Type of breach | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paragon Health, P.C. | MI | Healthcare Provider | 685 | Nov 18, 2020 | Hacking/IT Incident | Archive (closed) |
Frequently asked questions
How many people were affected by the Paragon Health, P.C. data breach?
The report to HHS OCR lists 4,674 individuals affected.
When was it reported to HHS?
It was submitted to HHS OCR on Sep 16, 2019.
What type of breach was it?
The OCR portal lists the type of breach as Hacking/IT Incident, 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 Paragon Health, P.C. 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 Paragon Health, P.C..