HHS OCR report · 2026
VNS Behavioral Health Inc. (“VNS Health”) data breach
VNS Behavioral Health Inc. (“VNS Health”), a healthcare provider in New York, reported a breach affecting 739 individuals to HHS OCR on Feb 18, 2026.
OCR report facts
- Covered entity
- VNS Behavioral Health Inc. (“VNS Health”)
- Entity type
- Healthcare Provider
- State
- New York
- Individuals affected
- 739
- Submission date
- Feb 18, 2026
- Type of breach
- Hacking/IT Incident
- Location of breached information
- Business associate present
- No
- Status
- Under investigation
Frequently asked questions
How many people were affected by the VNS Behavioral Health Inc. (“VNS Health”) data breach?
The report to HHS OCR lists 739 individuals affected.
When was it reported to HHS?
It was submitted to HHS OCR on Feb 18, 2026.
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?
Yes. The OCR portal lists this report as under investigation.
Is a breach notice letter from VNS Behavioral Health Inc. (“VNS Health”) 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 VNS Behavioral Health Inc. (“VNS Health”).