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Spokane Pediatrics Data Breach","mt-spokane-pediatrics","mtspokanepediatrics.com","2026-01-01T00:00:00.000Z","2026-04-30T00:00:00.000Z",null,"2026-04-30T20:43:53.000Z","2026-07-18T23:34:01.234Z","Healthcare provider PHI breach notice","https:\u002F\u002Fmtspokanepediatrics.com\u002Fdatabreach012026",[17,19,20,21,22],"https:\u002F\u002Focrportal.hhs.gov\u002Focr\u002Fbreach\u002Fbreach_report_hip.jsf","https:\u002F\u002Fwww.hipaajournal.com\u002Fmt-spokane-pediatrics-cornerstone-care-center-michigan-medicine-data-breaches\u002F","https:\u002F\u002Fwww.classaction.org\u002Fmedia\u002Fmt-spokane-pediatrics-data-breach-online-notice-2026.pdf","https:\u002F\u002Fwww.classaction.org\u002Fdata-breach-lawsuits\u002Fmt.-spokane-pediatrics-april-2026",32021,"known","unknown","en",[26,28],"tr",{"en":30,"tr":31},{"slug":9},{"slug":9},"Medium",[34,35,36,37,38,39,40,41,42,43],"Names","Dates of birth","Social security numbers","Health insurance information","Medical treatment information","Medical diagnosis information","Medical record numbers","Patient numbers","Health plan beneficiary numbers","Dates of service","\u003Cp>Mt. Spokane Pediatrics data breach is associated with unauthorized access and file removal on the network of the Washington-based pediatric clinic around January 1, 2026. The organization reported that it contained the threat after the incident, conducted an investigation with external security experts, and determined following a forensic review that some files had been removed from the network by an unauthorized third party. The review on April 22, 2026, revealed that the removed files contained personal and protected health information. Notifications were initiated around April 30, 2026. In the Washington state file, 29,410 state residents appear to have been affected, and since the official health breach record lists a total of 32,021 individuals, this record was published with the verified total scope.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Ch2>Types of Leaked Data and Risks\u003C\u002Fh2>\u003Cp>In this case, the verified data fields are health record fields such as full name, date of birth, Social Security number, diagnosis information, treatment information, patient number, medical record number, health plan beneficiary number, and service dates. The types of data are not the same for every individual; it should not be assumed that all fields are present in every record. Pediatric patient data carries long-term risk compared to adult data because children's credit and identity activities are often not regularly monitored. When the Social Security number and date of birth are present together, there is a future risk of opening fraudulent accounts, tax filing abuse, or identity verification misuse. Diagnosis, treatment, patient number, medical record number, health plan beneficiary number, and service date fields increase the risks of health insurance fraud, false billing, incorrect health records, and targeted family communication.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Ch2>Verified Scope and Boundaries\u003C\u002Fh2>\u003Cp>The total number of individuals verified for Mt. Spokane Pediatrics is 32,021. In the Washington state notification, 29,410 state residents are listed as affected, so these two numbers reflect different scopes; the main total shown to the user is based on the total number of individuals in the national health breach record. The incident date is January 1, 2026, when unauthorized access and file removal occurred. April 22, 2026, is the date on which a forensic review determined what types of information were in the files; April 30, 2026, is considered the date the notification process began. Since a separate leak row volume was not verified, the internal record count was not shown differently from the official total number of individuals. The organization stated that it was not aware of any evidence of fraud or identity theft resulting from the incident at the time of notification.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Ch2>User Groups at Risk\u003C\u002Fh2>\u003Cp>In the highest risk group, there are children, parents, and guardians who have received pediatric examinations, acute care, asthma and allergy services, behavioral assessments, prenatal consultations, breastfeeding support, patient billing, insurance approval, or billing processes through Mt. Spokane Pediatrics. If the Social Security number and date of birth of child patients are affected, the risk may go unnoticed for years. Families with health insurance information, health plan beneficiary numbers, or medical record numbers should regularly check their explanation documents for any unfamiliar services, providers, prescriptions, payments, or reimbursement requests. Diagnosis and treatment information is particularly sensitive regarding children's health privacy. Families should not share information in unexpected calls or messages received on behalf of the healthcare institution or insurance organization without identity verification.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Ch2>Emergency Measures to Be Taken\u003C\u002Fh2>\u003Cp>Users whose information was matched in this breach should first check which data fields were affected in the notification letter sent to them or their children. For children whose Social Security numbers were affected, parents or guardians should check whether a credit file has been created in the child's name and, if necessary, consider child credit freeze options. For adult patients or guardians, credit reports should also be reviewed, and if there are any unfamiliar inquiries or account indications, an objection process should be initiated. Families with health insurance and medical record information should review insurance explanation documents and patient records, and if they notice any unreceived services or unfamiliar bills, they should contact the healthcare provider and insurance institution through known communication channels. Personal information should not be entered in unexpected health or payment-related connections.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Ch2>Long-Term Security Strategies\u003C\u002Fh2>\u003Cp>Long-term monitoring is particularly important in pediatric data breaches. Children's identity information can show signs of misuse years later in school, credit, tax, health insurance, or job application processes. Parents and guardians should periodically check for unexpected credit files opened in the child's name, unrecognized medical services, insurance claims, or collection notices. Strong and unique passwords should be used for patient portals, insurance accounts, and email accounts, and additional verification should be enabled wherever possible. Health care documents, vaccination and treatment records, insurance explanation documents, and billing records should be stored securely. Messages containing diagnostic and treatment information should not be shared via unknown links or phone calls.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Ch2>Record Control and User Action\u003C\u002Fh2>\u003Cp>A match on LeakData in the Mt. Spokane Pediatrics data breach check indicates that the person or their child may be included in the record group associated with this incident. Users with a match should not just change their password; they should also assess the risks to child identity, credit file, health insurance, patient account, and health privacy together. A non-match does not necessarily mean no risk; some individuals may have received notification by mail, or the record match may not cover all areas related to the person. It is recommended that families who have previously used services from this clinic keep official notifications, document suspicious health or financial transactions to report to the relevant authorities, and avoid sharing personal information in unexpected connections. This record has been prepared based on the total number of verified individuals and the clarified types of data.\u003C\u002Fp>","Mt. Spokane Pediatrics Data Breach (32 Thousand Reported Records)","Mt. Spokane Pediatrics Data Breach. 32 Thousand reported records are reported. Reported data: Names, Dates of birth, Social security numbers. 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