HHS OCR report ยท 2026
Vanderbilt University Medical Center data breach
Vanderbilt University Medical Center, a healthcare provider in Tennessee, reported a breach affecting 3,298 individuals to HHS OCR on Jul 24, 2026.
OCR report facts
- Covered entity
- Vanderbilt University Medical Center
- Entity type
- Healthcare Provider
- State
- Tennessee
- Individuals affected
- 3,298
- Submission date
- Jul 24, 2026
- Type of breach
- Hacking/IT Incident
- Location of breached information
- Business associate present
- No
- Status
- Under investigation
Other reports by Vanderbilt University Medical Center
| Covered entity | State | Entity type | Individuals | Submitted | Type of breach | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vanderbilt University Medical Center | TN | Healthcare Provider | 556 | Jan 5, 2022 | Hacking/IT Incident | Archive (closed) |
| Vanderbilt University Medical Center | TN | Healthcare Provider | 3,247 | Feb 24, 2017 | Unauthorized Access/Disclosure | Archive (closed) |
Frequently asked questions
How many people were affected by the Vanderbilt University Medical Center data breach?
The report to HHS OCR lists 3,298 individuals affected.
When was it reported to HHS?
It was submitted to HHS OCR on Jul 24, 2026.
What type of breach was it?
The OCR portal lists the type of breach as Hacking/IT Incident, with the breached information located in: Email.
Is the investigation still open?
Yes. The OCR portal lists this report as under investigation.
Is a breach notice letter from Vanderbilt University Medical Center 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 Vanderbilt University Medical Center.