HHS OCR report ยท 2021
Gyrodata Incorporated data breach
OCR report facts
- Covered entity
- Gyrodata Incorporated
- Entity type
- Health Plan
- State
- Texas
- Individuals affected
- 944
- Submission date
- Apr 22, 2021
- Type of breach
- Hacking/IT Incident
- Location of breached information
- Network Server
- Business associate present
- No
- Status
- Archive (closed)
OCR description
The covered entity (CE), Gyrodata, reported that it was the victim of a ransomware attack affecting the protected health information (PHI) of 944 individuals. The PHI involved included names, addresses, dates of birth, drivers' license numbers, Social Security numbers, passport numbers, and tax and health insurance information. The CE notified HHS, affected individuals, and the media. In response to the breach, the CE implemented additional technical safeguards and provided complimentary cred...
Text as published on the HHS OCR breach portal.
Frequently asked questions
How many people were affected by the Gyrodata Incorporated data breach?
The report to HHS OCR lists 944 individuals affected.
When was it reported to HHS?
It was submitted to HHS OCR on Apr 22, 2021.
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 Gyrodata Incorporated 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 Gyrodata Incorporated.