HHS OCR report ยท 2019
University Medical Center Physicians data breach
OCR report facts
- Covered entity
- University Medical Center Physicians
- Entity type
- Healthcare Provider
- State
- Texas
- Individuals affected
- 3,300
- Submission date
- May 10, 2019
- Type of breach
- Unauthorized Access/Disclosure
- Location of breached information
- Network Server, Other
- Business associate present
- No
- Status
- Archive (closed)
OCR description
The covered entity (CE), University Medical Center Physicians, reported that two employees shared protected health information (PHI) using a shared drive without authorization. In addition, one of the employees sent emails containing protected health information (PHI) to a personal email account. These breaches affected 3,300 individuals and the PHI involved included names, addresses, dates of birth, and treatment information. As a result of these breaches, the CE implemented additional tec...
Text as published on the HHS OCR breach portal.
Other reports by University Medical Center Physicians
| Covered entity | State | Entity type | Individuals | Submitted | Type of breach | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| University Medical Center Physicians | TX | Healthcare Provider | 18,500 | Aug 16, 2018 | Hacking/IT Incident | Archive (closed) |
Frequently asked questions
How many people were affected by the University Medical Center Physicians data breach?
The report to HHS OCR lists 3,300 individuals affected.
When was it reported to HHS?
It was submitted to HHS OCR on May 10, 2019.
What type of breach was it?
The OCR portal lists the type of breach as Unauthorized Access/Disclosure, with the breached information located in: Network Server, Other.
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 University Medical Center Physicians 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 University Medical Center Physicians.