The theft occurred during the weekend of Nov. 1, and authorities were notified Nov. 4. An internal review found the laptops contained varying amounts of member information, including names, dates of birth, addresses, Social Security numbers and some clinical information. Horizon BCBSNJ officials do not believe the laptops were taken in order to access member information.
Horizon BCBSNJ is strengthening its laptop encryption process and enhancing policies, procedures and staff education regarding information and property security.
More Articles on Data Breaches:
Data Breach at Houston Methodist Hospital Affects 1,300
UPMC Notifies 1,300 of Data Breach
UW Medicine Data Breach Affects 90,000
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.
