HHS OCR report ยท 2024
Missouri Department of Mental Health data breach
OCR report facts
- Covered entity
- Missouri Department of Mental Health
- Entity type
- Healthcare Provider
- State
- Missouri
- Individuals affected
- 537
- Submission date
- Nov 8, 2024
- Type of breach
- Unauthorized Access/Disclosure
- Location of breached information
- Business associate present
- No
- Status
- Archive (closed)
OCR description
The covered entity (CE), Missouri Department of Mental Health, reported that an employee erroneously sent an unencrypted email message containing the protected health information (PHI) of 537 individuals to the wrong individuals. The PHI involved included names, Social Security numbers, addresses, and dates of birth. The CE notified HHS, affected individuals, and the media. In response to the breach, the CE implemented additional administrative, technical, and security safeguards. Staff were ...
Text as published on the HHS OCR breach portal.
Other reports by Missouri Department of Mental Health
| Covered entity | State | Entity type | Individuals | Submitted | Type of breach | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Missouri Department of Mental Health | MO | Healthcare Provider | 9,000 | Oct 24, 2018 | Unauthorized Access/Disclosure | Archive (closed) |
Frequently asked questions
How many people were affected by the Missouri Department of Mental Health data breach?
The report to HHS OCR lists 537 individuals affected.
When was it reported to HHS?
It was submitted to HHS OCR on Nov 8, 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: 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 Missouri Department of Mental Health 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 Missouri Department of Mental Health.