HHS OCR report ยท 2026
Houston Dermatology Specialists data breach
Houston Dermatology Specialists, a business associate in Texas, reported a breach affecting 648 individuals to HHS OCR on Mar 2, 2026.
OCR report facts
- Covered entity
- Houston Dermatology Specialists
- Entity type
- Business Associate
- State
- Texas
- Individuals affected
- 648
- Submission date
- Mar 2, 2026
- Type of breach
- Hacking/IT Incident
- Location of breached information
- Network Server
- Business associate present
- Yes
- Status
- Archive (closed)
Frequently asked questions
How many people were affected by the Houston Dermatology Specialists data breach?
The report to HHS OCR lists 648 individuals affected.
When was it reported to HHS?
It was submitted to HHS OCR on Mar 2, 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 Houston Dermatology Specialists 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 Houston Dermatology Specialists.