Joshua Seth Howell is being held on $15,000 bond and being charged with computer tampering. Mr. Howell’s employment was terminated on June 16, according to the report.
Hospital spokesperson Brad Fisher said in the report the hospital does not yet know what data was compromised, but the Secret Service is carrying out an investigation to determine what information was stolen.
More Articles on Data Breaches:
Most EHR Vendors Receive “D” Grade in Security
Stolen Laptop at San Antonio Metropolitan Health District Leads to Data Breach
Alabama Department of Public Health Notifying Patients of Potential Data Breach
At the Becker's 11th Annual IT + Revenue Cycle Conference: The Future of AI & Digital Health, taking place September 14–17 in Chicago, healthcare executives and digital leaders from across the country will come together to explore how AI, interoperability, cybersecurity, and revenue cycle innovation are transforming care delivery, strengthening financial performance, and driving the next era of digital health. Apply for complimentary registration now.
