HHS OCR report ยท 2018
Boys Town National Research Hospital data breach
OCR report facts
- Covered entity
- Boys Town National Research Hospital
- Entity type
- Not reported
- State
- Nebraska
- Individuals affected
- 2,182
- Submission date
- May 9, 2018
- Type of breach
- Hacking/IT Incident
- Location of breached information
- Business associate present
- Yes
- Status
- Archive (closed)
OCR description
The covered entity (CE), Boys Town National Research Hospital, reported that an employee was the victim on an email phishing attack that affected the protected health information (PHI) of 2,182 individuals. The PHI involved included names, addresses, dates of birth, Social Security numbers, email addresses, diagnoses/conditions, dates of service, health insurance information, and other treatment information. The CE notified HHS, affected individuals, the media, and established a dedicated c...
Text as published on the HHS OCR breach portal.
Other reports by Boys Town National Research Hospital
| Covered entity | State | Entity type | Individuals | Submitted | Type of breach | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boys Town National Research Hospital | NE | Healthcare Provider | 105,309 | Jul 20, 2018 | Hacking/IT Incident | Archive (closed) |
Frequently asked questions
How many people were affected by the Boys Town National Research Hospital data breach?
The report to HHS OCR lists 2,182 individuals affected.
When was it reported to HHS?
It was submitted to HHS OCR on May 9, 2018.
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 Boys Town National Research 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 Boys Town National Research Hospital.