HHS OCR report ยท 2026
Erlanger Health data breach
OCR report facts
- Covered entity
- Erlanger Health
- Entity type
- Healthcare Provider
- State
- Tennessee
- Individuals affected
- 4,237
- Submission date
- Jul 1, 2026
- Type of breach
- Unauthorized Access/Disclosure
- Location of breached information
- Electronic Medical Record
- Business associate present
- No
- Status
- Archive (closed)
OCR description
The covered entity (CE), Erlanger Health, reported that it sent data to a billing partner that mistakenly contained the protected health information (PHI) of patients who were not served by the billing partner. According to the breach report, the breach affected approximately 4,237 individuals. The PHI involved clinical and treatment information. The CE notified HHS, the media, and the affected individuals. In its mitigation efforts, the CE reviewed and adjusted the settings on its secure...
Text as published on the HHS OCR breach portal.
Other reports by Erlanger Health
| Covered entity | State | Entity type | Individuals | Submitted | Type of breach | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Erlanger Health | TN | Healthcare Provider | 3,371 | May 28, 2025 | Hacking/IT Incident | Archive (closed) |
| Erlanger Health | TN | Healthcare Provider | 3,193 | Apr 10, 2025 | Hacking/IT Incident | Archive (closed) |
Frequently asked questions
How many people were affected by the Erlanger Health data breach?
The report to HHS OCR lists 4,237 individuals affected.
When was it reported to HHS?
It was submitted to HHS OCR on Jul 1, 2026.
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 Erlanger 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 Erlanger Health.