HHS OCR report ยท 2023
CareSource data breach
OCR report facts
- Covered entity
- CareSource
- Entity type
- Business Associate
- State
- Ohio
- Individuals affected
- 3,180,537
- Submission date
- Jul 27, 2023
- Type of breach
- Hacking/IT Incident
- Location of breached information
- Network Server
- Business associate present
- No
- Status
- Archive (closed)
OCR description
The business associate (BA) CareSource reported that a software application used by its vendor exposed the protected health information (PHI) of 3,180,537 individuals. The PHI involved included names, dates of birth, addresses, Social Security numbers, diagnoses, claims and health insurance information, and other treatment information. The CE notified HHS, the affected individuals, the media, and provided substitute notice. In response to the breach, the BA and its vendor implemented addition...
Text as published on the HHS OCR breach portal.
Other reports by CareSource
| Covered entity | State | Entity type | Individuals | Submitted | Type of breach | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CareSource | OH | Health Plan | 8,730 | Nov 11, 2020 | Unauthorized Access/Disclosure | Archive (closed) |
Frequently asked questions
How many people were affected by the CareSource data breach?
The report to HHS OCR lists 3,180,537 individuals affected.
When was it reported to HHS?
It was submitted to HHS OCR on Jul 27, 2023.
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 CareSource 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 CareSource.