21st Century Oncology database was inappropriately accessed by an unauthorized third party. According to the reports, Oncology immediately hired a leading forensics firm to support the investigation, assess its systems and bolster security. Affected information includes patient names, Social Security numbers, physicians’ names, diagnosis and treatment information, and insurance information. There is no indication that medical records were accessed.
According to the FBI, there may be a delay in data breach notification. There is no indication that information was potentially misused. Affected patients are offered one year credit monitoring services.
“We continue to work closely with the FBI on its investigation of the intrusion into our system” 21st Century stated. “In addition to security measures already in place, we have also taken additional steps to enhance internal security protocols to help prevent a similar incident in the future.”
The facility asked their patients to closely monitor their explanation of benefits that they receive from their health insurer to make sure that they have received all of the services listed.
“We deeply regret any concern this may cause our patients, and we want to emphasize that patient care will not be affected by this incident.”
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