HHS OCR report ยท 2026
TennCare data breach
OCR report facts
- Covered entity
- TennCare
- Entity type
- Health Plan
- State
- Tennessee
- Individuals affected
- 2,300
- Submission date
- Jul 27, 2026
- 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), TennCare, reported that an internal system error resulted in members receiving mail containing the protected health information (PHI) of other members. According to the breach report, the breach affected approximately 2,300 individuals. The PHI involved clinical, demographic and other treatment information. The CE notified HHS, the media, and the affected individuals. In its mitigation efforts, the CE retrained its workforce and implemented additional quality-cont...
Text as published on the HHS OCR breach portal.
Other reports by TennCare
| Covered entity | State | Entity type | Individuals | Submitted | Type of breach | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TennCare | TN | Health Plan | 1,694 | Sep 9, 2022 | Unauthorized Access/Disclosure | Archive (closed) |
Frequently asked questions
How many people were affected by the TennCare data breach?
The report to HHS OCR lists 2,300 individuals affected.
When was it reported to HHS?
It was submitted to HHS OCR on Jul 27, 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: 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 TennCare 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 TennCare.