Posted On January 24, 2025 Consumer Privacy & Data Breaches
January 24 – The Heritage Health Care data breach lawyers at Console & Associates, P.C are investigating the data breach that was reported after the company experienced a network server security incident. The Heritage Health Care data breach resulted in unauthorized access to confidential information through a hacking incident affecting the company’s IT infrastructure. It is believed to have impacted as many as 12,162 individuals.
According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office for Civil Rights, Heritage Health Care reported a data breach classified as a “Hacking / IT incident” involving a network server. While complete details of the incident are still emerging, the breach notification indicates a security event affecting thousands of individuals’ personal information.
It’s worth noting that the reported incident could potentially involve a third-party vendor or affiliated company, as the specific origin of the breach has not been publicly disclosed. Heritage Health Care has not released additional details through press releases or website notices at this time.
On January 9, 2025, Heritage Health Care sent out data breach letters to those individuals whose information was affected by the breach. These personalized notifications contain specific details about the types of information compromised for each recipient.
Heritage Health Care operates as a comprehensive home health care provider based in Maumee, Ohio. The organization provides medical and non-medical care services to patients within their homes, focusing on post-operative care, chronic condition management, and ongoing medical support.
The company maintains a substantial workforce of approximately 500 employees and generates annual revenue of $13.5 million. Their service offerings encompass skilled nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, and personal care assistance. As a healthcare provider, Heritage Health Care operates under strict HIPAA regulations and other healthcare privacy requirements governing the protection of patient information.
Our data breach lawyers are eager to speak to victims of the Heritage Health Care data breach to determine what damages they sustained and what compensation may be available to them. If you recently received a NOTICE OF DATA BREACH from Heritage Health Care and would like a free consultation, contact the Console & Associates, P.C. law firm at (866) 778-5500 to discuss your legal options, or submit a confidential contact form.
