HHS OCR report ยท 2019
Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center data breach
OCR report facts
- Covered entity
- Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center
- Entity type
- Healthcare Provider
- State
- New York
- Individuals affected
- 584
- Submission date
- Oct 18, 2019
- Type of breach
- Unauthorized Access/Disclosure
- Location of breached information
- Electronic Medical Record
- Business associate present
- No
- Status
- Archive (closed)
OCR description
Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center, the covered entity (CE), reported that an employee impermissibly accessed the electronic protected health information (ePHI) of 584 individuals. The ePHI involved included names, birthdates, diagnoses, treatment information, and medications prescribed. The CE notified HHS, affected individuals, and the media. In its mitigation efforts, the CE sanctioned the responsible employee and revised its policies and procedures. OCR obtained assurances that ...
Text as published on the HHS OCR breach portal.
Other reports by Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center
| Covered entity | State | Entity type | Individuals | Submitted | Type of breach | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center | NY | Healthcare Provider | 11,435 | Feb 24, 2025 | Theft | Archive (closed) |
| Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center | NY | Healthcare Provider | 755 | Feb 14, 2024 | Hacking/IT Incident | Archive (closed) |
| Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center | NY | Healthcare Provider | 149,126 | Sep 14, 2020 | Hacking/IT Incident | Archive (closed) |
Frequently asked questions
How many people were affected by the Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center data breach?
The report to HHS OCR lists 584 individuals affected.
When was it reported to HHS?
It was submitted to HHS OCR on Oct 18, 2019.
What type of breach was it?
The OCR portal lists the type of breach as Unauthorized Access/Disclosure, with the breached information located in: Electronic Medical Record.
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 Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer 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 Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center.