HHS OCR report ยท 2018
UnitedHealth Group data breach
OCR report facts
- Covered entity
- UnitedHealth Group
- Entity type
- Health Plan
- State
- Minnesota
- Individuals affected
- 1,755
- Submission date
- Mar 15, 2018
- Type of breach
- Unauthorized Access/Disclosure
- Location of breached information
- Paper/Films
- Business associate present
- No
- Status
- Archive (closed)
OCR description
The covered entity (CE), United Health Group, reported that enrollment packages containing the protected health information (PHI) of 1,755 individuals were incorrectly mailed to the wrong recipients. The PHI involved included names, health insurance information, and treatment information. The CE notified HHS and affected individuals. In its mitigation efforts, the CE updated its mailing procedures and retrained its staff to better protect PHI.
Text as published on the HHS OCR breach portal.
Other reports by UnitedHealth Group
| Covered entity | State | Entity type | Individuals | Submitted | Type of breach | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UnitedHealth Group | MN | Health Plan | 896 | Apr 10, 2018 | Unauthorized Access/Disclosure | Archive (closed) |
Frequently asked questions
How many people were affected by the UnitedHealth Group data breach?
The report to HHS OCR lists 1,755 individuals affected.
When was it reported to HHS?
It was submitted to HHS OCR on Mar 15, 2018.
What type of breach was it?
The OCR portal lists the type of breach as Unauthorized Access/Disclosure, 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 UnitedHealth 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 UnitedHealth Group.