HHS OCR report ยท 2026
Houston Health Department data breach
OCR report facts
- Covered entity
- Houston Health Department
- Entity type
- Healthcare Provider
- State
- Texas
- Individuals affected
- 6,695
- Submission date
- Feb 10, 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), Houston Health Department, reported that subcontractor of its business associate (BA) experienced a breach of its network that affected the protected health information (PHI) of 6,695 individuals. The PHI involved demographic and financial information. The CE notified HHS, the affected individuals, the media, and provided substitute notice. In response to the breach, the CE provided complimentary credit monitoring services to the affected individuals and the BA and...
Text as published on the HHS OCR breach portal.
Other reports by Houston Health Department
| Covered entity | State | Entity type | Individuals | Submitted | Type of breach | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston Health Department | TX | Healthcare Provider | 10,291 | Feb 24, 2022 | Unauthorized Access/Disclosure | Archive (closed) |
Frequently asked questions
How many people were affected by the Houston Health Department data breach?
The report to HHS OCR lists 6,695 individuals affected.
When was it reported to HHS?
It was submitted to HHS OCR on Feb 10, 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 Health Department 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 Health Department.