HHS OCR report ยท 2011
Saint Louis University data breach
OCR report facts
- Covered entity
- Saint Louis University
- Entity type
- Healthcare Provider
- State
- Missouri
- Individuals affected
- 800
- Submission date
- Feb 10, 2011
- Type of breach
- Hacking/IT Incident
- Location of breached information
- Desktop Computer
- Business associate present
- No
- Status
- Archive (closed)
OCR description
The covered entity (CE), St. Louis University, reported that it was the victim of a cyber-attack that affected the electronic protected health information (ePHI) of approximately 800 individuals. The ePHI involved included names, diagnoses, and clinical and treatment information. The CE notified HHS, affected individuals, and the media. In response to the breach, the CE implemented additional administrative, technical, and security safeguards to better protect its ePHI. The CE trained all ...
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 | 48,392 | May 1, 2023 | 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 800 individuals affected.
When was it reported to HHS?
It was submitted to HHS OCR on Feb 10, 2011.
What type of breach was it?
The OCR portal lists the type of breach as Hacking/IT Incident, with the breached information located in: Desktop Computer.
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.