HHS OCR report · 2018
Barnes-Jewish Hospital data breach
OCR report facts
- Covered entity
- Barnes-Jewish Hospital
- Entity type
- Healthcare Provider
- State
- Missouri
- Individuals affected
- 18,436
- Submission date
- Mar 12, 2018
- Type of breach
- Unauthorized Access/Disclosure
- Location of breached information
- Network Server
- Business associate present
- No
- Status
- Archive (closed)
OCR description
Barnes-Jewish Hospital (BJH), the covered entity (CE), reported that it discovered an error with how a data storage server was configured that made it possible for the electronic protected health information (ePHI) of 18,436 individuals to be accessible via the Internet. The ePHI involved included names, addresses, telephone numbers, dates of birth, Social Security numbers, drivers’ license numbers, health insurance information, and treatment information. The CE notified HHS, affected indi...
Text as published on the HHS OCR breach portal.
Other reports by Barnes-Jewish Hospital
| Covered entity | State | Entity type | Individuals | Submitted | Type of breach | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barnes-Jewish Hospital | MO | Healthcare Provider | 5,850 | Dec 18, 2018 | Hacking/IT Incident | Archive (closed) |
Frequently asked questions
How many people were affected by the Barnes-Jewish Hospital data breach?
The report to HHS OCR lists 18,436 individuals affected.
When was it reported to HHS?
It was submitted to HHS OCR on Mar 12, 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: Network Server.
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 Barnes-Jewish Hospital 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 Barnes-Jewish Hospital.