DATS Data Breach
The 2024 Drug and Alcohol Treatment Services data breach involved unauthorized network activity that may have exposed certain patient files. The organization said it secured its network and engaged specialists after discovering the activity on or about October 6, 2024.
Exposed Data Types
2 sensitive4- Medical information
- Health insurance information
- Names
- Financial account information
About This Breach
Drug and Alcohol Treatment Services (DATS) is a health-care provider offering substance-use treatment and support services in the Scranton, Pennsylvania area.
When did the breach occur?
DATS detected unauthorized activity on its network on or about October 6, 2024. Its investigation determined that a limited amount of information may have been accessed in connection with the incident. The organization's public notice is dated December 5, 2024.
What information may have been affected?
The affected files may have contained patient names, medical-history and treatment information, health-insurance information, and financial information. The categories varied by person and did not necessarily apply to every patient.
How many people were affected?
The current U.S. Department of Health and Human Services breach record reports 22,215 affected individuals.
What did the organization do?
DATS said it secured the network, worked with forensic specialists to investigate the incident and strengthened existing security measures. At the time of notice, it said it had no evidence of actual or attempted fraudulent misuse of the information.
What should affected people do?
Notice recipients should review health-insurance explanations of benefits and financial-account statements for unfamiliar activity. Any unusual entry should be reported directly to the relevant health provider, insurer or financial institution.
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