HHS OCR report ยท 2026
Elara Caring data breach
OCR report facts
- Covered entity
- Elara Caring
- Entity type
- Healthcare Provider
- State
- Texas
- Individuals affected
- 10,490
- Submission date
- May 12, 2026
- Type of breach
- Hacking/IT Incident
- Location of breached information
- Network Server
- Business associate present
- Yes
- Status
- Archive (closed)
OCR description
The covered entity (CE), Elara Caring, reported that it was notified by its business associate (BA)that it experienced a breach of its network by an unauthorized threat actor. According to the breach report, the breach affected approximately 10,490 individuals. The protected health information (PHI) involved clinical and demographic information. The CE notified HHS, the media, and the affected individuals. OCR provided technical assistance to the CE regarding the HIPAA Rules.
Text as published on the HHS OCR breach portal.
Other reports by Elara Caring
| Covered entity | State | Entity type | Individuals | Submitted | Type of breach | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elara Caring | TX | Healthcare Provider | 22,172 | Jun 23, 2026 | Hacking/IT Incident | Under investigation |
Frequently asked questions
How many people were affected by the Elara Caring data breach?
The report to HHS OCR lists 10,490 individuals affected.
When was it reported to HHS?
It was submitted to HHS OCR on May 12, 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: 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 Elara Caring 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 Elara Caring.