HHS OCR report ยท 2018
University Medical Center Physicians data breach
OCR report facts
- Covered entity
- University Medical Center Physicians
- Entity type
- Healthcare Provider
- State
- Texas
- Individuals affected
- 18,500
- Submission date
- Aug 16, 2018
- Type of breach
- Hacking/IT Incident
- Location of breached information
- Business associate present
- No
- Status
- Archive (closed)
OCR description
An unauthorized user comprised the email account of a workforce member of the covered entity (CE), University Medical Center Physicians, through an email phishing campaign. The protected health information (PHI) potentially affected included the names, dates of birth, social security numbers, addresses, and treatment information of approximately 18,500 individuals. As a result of the breach, the CE improved safeguards, updated its policies and procedures, and trained its workforce members on ...
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 | 3,300 | May 10, 2019 | Unauthorized Access/Disclosure | Archive (closed) |
Frequently asked questions
How many people were affected by the University Medical Center Physicians data breach?
The report to HHS OCR lists 18,500 individuals affected.
When was it reported to HHS?
It was submitted to HHS OCR on Aug 16, 2018.
What type of breach was it?
The OCR portal lists the type of breach as Hacking/IT Incident, with the breached information located in: Email.
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.