HHS OCR report · 2013
Wyoming Department of Health data breach
OCR report facts
- Covered entity
- Wyoming Department of Health
- Entity type
- Health Plan
- State
- Wyoming
- Individuals affected
- 11,935
- Submission date
- Dec 19, 2013
- Type of breach
- Hacking/IT Incident
- Location of breached information
- Network Server
- Business associate present
- No
- Status
- Archive (closed)
OCR description
The covered entity (CE), Wyoming Department of Health, transferred a copy of the Women Infants and Children benefit program backup database via the internet to a business associate using an unsecured method. Approximately 11,935 individuals were affected by the breach, potentially disclosing demographic information, dates of birth, gender, and identification numbers. The CE notified affected individuals, the media, and the Secretary. Following OCR’s investigation, the CE conducted an enterpr...
Text as published on the HHS OCR breach portal.
Other reports by Wyoming Department of Health
| Covered entity | State | Entity type | Individuals | Submitted | Type of breach | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wyoming Department of Health | WY | Health Plan | 164,010 | Apr 29, 2021 | Unauthorized Access/Disclosure | Archive (closed) |
| Wyoming Department of Health | WY | Health Plan | 2,154 | Jun 25, 2019 | Unauthorized Access/Disclosure | Archive (closed) |
| Wyoming Department of Health | WY | Health Plan | 11,935 | Dec 16, 2013 | Unauthorized Access/Disclosure | Archive (closed) |
| Wyoming Department of Health | WY | Health Plan | 9,023 | Mar 2, 2010 | Unauthorized Access/Disclosure | Archive (closed) |
Frequently asked questions
How many people were affected by the Wyoming Department of Health data breach?
The report to HHS OCR lists 11,935 individuals affected.
When was it reported to HHS?
It was submitted to HHS OCR on Dec 19, 2013.
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 Wyoming Department of 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 Wyoming Department of Health.