HHS OCR report ยท 2022
Independence Blue Cross data breach
OCR report facts
- Covered entity
- Independence Blue Cross
- Entity type
- Health Plan
- State
- Pennsylvania
- Individuals affected
- 591
- Submission date
- Jan 21, 2022
- 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), Independence Blue Cross, reported that it experienced a cybersecurity incident that affected the protected health information (PHI) of approximately 591 individuals. The PHI involved included names, other identifiers, and claims and treatment information. The CE notified HHS affected individuals, and the media. In response to the breach, the CE offered complimentary credit monitoring services and implemented additional administrative and technical safeguards.
Text as published on the HHS OCR breach portal.
Other reports by Independence Blue Cross
| Covered entity | State | Entity type | Individuals | Submitted | Type of breach | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Independence Blue Cross | PA | Business Associate | 2,393 | Jul 2, 2020 | Unauthorized Access/Disclosure | Archive (closed) |
Frequently asked questions
How many people were affected by the Independence Blue Cross data breach?
The report to HHS OCR lists 591 individuals affected.
When was it reported to HHS?
It was submitted to HHS OCR on Jan 21, 2022.
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 Independence Blue Cross 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 Independence Blue Cross.