HHS OCR report ยท 2019
Sioux Falls VA Health Care System data breach
OCR report facts
- Covered entity
- Sioux Falls VA Health Care System
- Entity type
- Healthcare Provider
- State
- South Dakota
- Individuals affected
- 564
- Submission date
- Oct 1, 2019
- Type of breach
- Unauthorized Access/Disclosure
- Location of breached information
- Paper/Films
- Business associate present
- No
- Status
- Archive (closed)
OCR description
The covered entity (CE), Sioux Falls Veterans Administration Health Care System, reported that an employee emailed the protected health information (PHI) of 564 individuals to the wrong recipients. The PHI involved included names, addresses, and treatment information. The CE notified HHS, affected individuals, and the media. The CE also implemented administrative safeguards and retrained its staff. OCR obtained assurances that the aforementioned corrective actions were implemented.
Text as published on the HHS OCR breach portal.
Other reports by Sioux Falls VA Health Care System
| Covered entity | State | Entity type | Individuals | Submitted | Type of breach | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sioux Falls VA Health Care System | SD | Healthcare Provider | 1,111 | Jul 30, 2015 | Loss | Archive (closed) |
Frequently asked questions
How many people were affected by the Sioux Falls VA Health Care System data breach?
The report to HHS OCR lists 564 individuals affected.
When was it reported to HHS?
It was submitted to HHS OCR on Oct 1, 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: 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 Sioux Falls VA Health Care System 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 Sioux Falls VA Health Care System.