HHS OCR report · 2023
Saint Louis University data breach
OCR report facts
- Covered entity
- Saint Louis University
- Entity type
- Healthcare Provider
- State
- Missouri
- Individuals affected
- 48,392
- Submission date
- May 1, 2023
- Type of breach
- Hacking/IT Incident
- Location of breached information
- Business associate present
- No
- Status
- Archive (closed)
OCR description
Saint Louis University, the covered entity (CE), reported that multiple employees were the subjects of an email phishing scheme affecting 48,392 individuals. The PHI involved included names, addresses, dates of birth, drivers’ license and Social Security numbers, claims and financial information, diagnoses, lab results, and medications. The CE notified HHS, affected individuals, the media, and provided substitute notice. In its mitigation efforts, the CE implemented additional administrative...
Text as published on the HHS OCR breach portal.
Other reports by Saint Louis University
| Covered entity | State | Entity type | Individuals | Submitted | Type of breach | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saint Louis University | MO | Healthcare Provider | 800 | Feb 10, 2011 | Hacking/IT Incident | Archive (closed) |
Frequently asked questions
How many people were affected by the Saint Louis University data breach?
The report to HHS OCR lists 48,392 individuals affected.
When was it reported to HHS?
It was submitted to HHS OCR on May 1, 2023.
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 Saint Louis University 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 Saint Louis University.