HHS OCR report · 2021
San Juan Regional Medical Center data breach
OCR report facts
- Covered entity
- San Juan Regional Medical Center
- Entity type
- Healthcare Provider
- State
- New Mexico
- Individuals affected
- 325,660
- Submission date
- Jun 4, 2021
- Type of breach
- Hacking/IT Incident
- Location of breached information
- Network Server
- Business associate present
- No
- Status
- Archive (closed)
OCR description
The covered entity (CE), San Juan Regional Medical Center, reported that it was the victim of a ransomware attack that affected the protected health information (PHI) of 325,660 individuals. The PHI involved included names, dates of birth, Social Security numbers, drivers’ license numbers, financial and health insurance information, and other treatment information. The CE notified HHS, affected individuals, the media, and provided substitute notice on its website. In response to the breach, t...
Text as published on the HHS OCR breach portal.
Other reports by San Juan Regional Medical Center
| Covered entity | State | Entity type | Individuals | Submitted | Type of breach | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Juan Regional Medical Center | NM | Healthcare Provider | 8,500 | Feb 15, 2023 | Hacking/IT Incident | Archive (closed) |
Frequently asked questions
How many people were affected by the San Juan Regional Medical Center data breach?
The report to HHS OCR lists 325,660 individuals affected.
When was it reported to HHS?
It was submitted to HHS OCR on Jun 4, 2021.
What type of breach was it?
The OCR portal lists the type of breach as Hacking/IT Incident, 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 San Juan Regional Medical Center 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 San Juan Regional Medical Center.