This is the seventh data breach OHSU has reported since 2008, according to databreaches.net and the OCR’s breach portal.
“The information included the patient’s full name, date of birth, medical record number, diagnosis, doctor’s name and some clinical information related to research,” according to a Wednesday statement from the university. “The information did not include address, phone number, any insurance information, Social Security number or other identifiers that we believe would result in financial harm to patients or their families.”
The university has set up a toll free number to offer more information for those who believe they may be affected by the breach. Additionally, the statement includes an assurance that the university has extensive policies in place to protect patient information.
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