Posted On December 2, 2024 Consumer Privacy & Data Breaches
December 2 – The OnePoint Patient Care data breach lawyers at Console & Associates, P.C are investigating the data breach that was reported after the company was targeted in a recent cyber security attack. The OnePoint Patient Care data breach resulted in unauthorized access to sensitive patient information, including names, addresses, residence information, medical record numbers, diagnoses, Social Security numbers, and prescription information. The incident is believed to have impacted as many as 1.7 million individuals.
According to the filing with the Maine Attorney General’s office, OnePoint Patient Care discovered suspicious activity within their IT network on August 8, 2024. The company’s investigation revealed that an unauthorized actor had gained access to their computer systems between August 6 and August 8, 2024. During this time, the hacker was able to access and potentially acquire files containing confidential patient data. The company took immediate action to contain the incident and enlisted the help of external cybersecurity experts to conduct a thorough investigation. By August 15, 2024, OPPC confirmed the breach and began the process of identifying affected individuals. On November 26, 2024, OnePoint Patient Care sent out data breach notification letters to all impacted individuals, detailing the specific information that may have been compromised in their cases.
Founded in 1965 and headquartered in Tempe, Arizona, OnePoint Patient Care has established itself as a significant player in the healthcare pharmacy sector. The company operates with a dual focus, serving both as a traditional pharmacy and as a Pharmacy Benefit Manager (PBM). This unique positioning allows OPPC to provide comprehensive concierge services to both pharmacies and healthcare providers across the United States.
OPPC’s operations encompass more than 100 company-owned pharmacies nationwide. Their network extends even further through partnerships with over 55,000 contracted network pharmacies, making them a crucial link in the healthcare delivery chain. With a workforce of more than 341 employees and annual revenue of approximately $82 million, OPPC has grown from its modest beginnings to become a significant force in patient care and pharmacy benefit management.
The company’s comprehensive approach to healthcare services has made it an essential partner for healthcare providers, particularly in managing prescription benefits and ensuring efficient medication delivery to patients. Their extensive network and decades of experience position them as a trusted name in the healthcare industry, making this data breach particularly concerning for the affected individuals.
Our data breach lawyers are eager to speak to victims of the OnePoint Patient 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 OnePoint Patient 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.
