HHS OCR report ยท 2026
Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services data breach
OCR report facts
- Covered entity
- Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services
- Entity type
- Healthcare Provider
- State
- Virginia
- Individuals affected
- 724
- Submission date
- Apr 7, 2026
- Type of breach
- Unauthorized Access/Disclosure
- Location of breached information
- Business associate present
- No
- Status
- Archive (closed)
OCR description
The covered entity (CE), Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services, reported that an employee mistakenly emailed the protected health information (PHI) of 724 individuals to the wrong recipient. The PHI involved names, social security numbers, and diagnoses/conditions. The CE notified HHS, affected individuals, and the media. In its mitigation efforts, the CE sanctioned and retrained the employee. OCR provided technical assistance to the CE regarding the HIPAA Rules.
Text as published on the HHS OCR breach portal.
Other reports by Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services
| Covered entity | State | Entity type | Individuals | Submitted | Type of breach | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services | VA | Healthcare Provider | 4,037 | Dec 3, 2021 | Unauthorized Access/Disclosure | Archive (closed) |
| Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services | VA | Healthcare Provider | 657 | Mar 20, 2020 | Unauthorized Access/Disclosure | Archive (closed) |
Frequently asked questions
How many people were affected by the Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services data breach?
The report to HHS OCR lists 724 individuals affected.
When was it reported to HHS?
It was submitted to HHS OCR on Apr 7, 2026.
What type of breach was it?
The OCR portal lists the type of breach as Unauthorized Access/Disclosure, 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 Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services 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 Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services.