HHS OCR report ยท 2020
University of Utah Health data breach
OCR report facts
- Covered entity
- University of Utah Health
- Entity type
- Healthcare Provider
- State
- Utah
- Individuals affected
- 3,670
- Submission date
- Mar 21, 2020
- Type of breach
- Hacking/IT Incident
- Location of breached information
- Business associate present
- No
- Status
- Archive (closed)
OCR description
University of Utah Health, the covered entity (CE), reported that multiple employees were the subjects of an email phishing scheme affecting the protected health information (PHI) of 18,317 individuals. The PHI involved included names, birthdates, lab results, medications, and diagnoses. The CE notified HHS, affected individuals, and the media. In response to the breach, the CE implemented additional administrative, technical, and security safeguards.
Text as published on the HHS OCR breach portal.
Other reports by University of Utah Health
| Covered entity | State | Entity type | Individuals | Submitted | Type of breach | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Utah Health | UT | Health Plan | 8,606 | Aug 15, 2023 | Hacking/IT Incident | Archive (closed) |
| University of Utah Health | UT | Healthcare Provider | 607 | Jun 2, 2018 | Theft | Archive (closed) |
Frequently asked questions
How many people were affected by the University of Utah Health data breach?
The report to HHS OCR lists 3,670 individuals affected.
When was it reported to HHS?
It was submitted to HHS OCR on Mar 21, 2020.
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 of Utah Health 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 of Utah Health.