Posted On November 21, 2024 Consumer Privacy & Data Breaches
November 21 – The Rockford Gastroenterology Associates 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 Rockford Gastroenterology Associates data breach resulted in the personal information and health information of certain individuals being compromised. It is believed to have impacted as many as 147,253 individuals.
According to the notice filed with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office for Civil Rights, Rockford Gastroenterology Associates reported a data breach after they were targeted in a recent cyber security attack. The investigation revealed that an unauthorized party gained access to certain files and folders containing confidential patient information on December 16, 2023. While the practice’s electronic health records system remained secure, other sensitive patient data was compromised.
On October 30, 2024, Rockford Gastroenterology Associates sent out data breach letters to those individuals whose information was affected by the breach.
Established in 1980, Rockford Gastroenterology Associates is a specialized healthcare provider located in Rockford, Illinois. The practice specializes in treating various gastrointestinal conditions, including Crohn’s disease, acid reflux, and ulcerative colitis. With over 148 employees and an annual revenue of approximately $11 million, RGA has been serving the community’s digestive health needs for over four decades.
Our data breach lawyers are eager to speak to victims of the Rockford Gastroenterology Associates 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 Rockford Gastroenterology Associates 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.
