HHS OCR report · 2018
Central New York Cardiology data breach
OCR report facts
- Covered entity
- Central New York Cardiology
- Entity type
- Healthcare Provider
- State
- New York
- Individuals affected
- 824
- Submission date
- Jul 13, 2018
- Type of breach
- Loss
- Location of breached information
- Paper/Films
- Business associate present
- No
- Status
- Archive (closed)
OCR description
The U.S. Postal Service found unsecured printed appointment lists dated October 2017 in the covered entity’s (CE) mail receptacle and returned them to the CE via priority mail package. The protected health information (PHI) involved in the incident included 824 patients’ names, dates of birth, type of appointment, reason for appointment, phone numbers and insurance information. The CE provided breach notification to HHS, affected individuals and the media. Following the breach, the CE develop...
Text as published on the HHS OCR breach portal.
Other reports by Central New York Cardiology
| Covered entity | State | Entity type | Individuals | Submitted | Type of breach | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central New York Cardiology | NY | Healthcare Provider | 93,983 | Feb 19, 2025 | Hacking/IT Incident | Archive (closed) |
Frequently asked questions
How many people were affected by the Central New York Cardiology data breach?
The report to HHS OCR lists 824 individuals affected.
When was it reported to HHS?
It was submitted to HHS OCR on Jul 13, 2018.
What type of breach was it?
The OCR portal lists the type of breach as Loss, with the breached information located in: Paper/Films.
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 Central New York Cardiology 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 Central New York Cardiology.