Posted On December 16, 2024 Consumer Privacy & Data Breaches
December 16 – The PIH Health 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 PIH Health data breach potentially exposed sensitive patient information, with hackers claiming access to as many as 17 million patient records.
According to PIH Health’s website notice, the healthcare system fell victim to a ransomware attack on December 1, 2024, which compromised their computer network infrastructure. The cyberattack affected multiple facilities including PIH Health Downey Hospital, PIH Health Good Samaritan Hospital, PIH Health Whittier Hospital, various Urgent Care Centers, doctor’s offices, and their home health and hospice agency.
On December 8, 2024, PIH Health publicly acknowledged the incident and confirmed they are actively working with third-party cyber forensic specialists to investigate the full scope of the attack. While the investigation remains ongoing, PIH Health has committed to sending data breach notification letters to all affected individuals once they determine the extent of compromised information.
PIH Health provides healthcare delivery in Southern California, operating as a non-profit regional healthcare network since its establishment in 1959. Headquartered in Whittier, California, the organization has grown from a single community hospital into a comprehensive healthcare system that serves as a vital medical resource for countless residents across the region.
The organization’s expansion over the decades reflects its commitment to meeting the diverse healthcare needs of its community. Today, PIH Health operates a network of state-of-the-art facilities, including multiple hospitals equipped with advanced medical technology, numerous outpatient medical offices, and a sophisticated multispecialty medical group. Their service portfolio includes everything from routine primary care to specialized services such as cardiac care, cancer treatment, and emergency medicine.
With more than 10,000 employees and an annual revenue of approximately $1.5 billion, PIH Health offers not only traditional hospital services but also home healthcare and hospice care services, ensuring continuous patient care across different settings.
Our data breach lawyers are eager to speak to victims of the PIH Health 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 PIH Health 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.
