Neuroscience Associates 2025 Data Breach (92.8 Thousand People Affected)

The 2025 Neuroscience Associates (NS Support) data breach involved unauthorized access to the organization's computer network and the removal of certain files. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office for Civil Rights reported that 92,845 people were affected.

NS Support provides healthcare services in Boise, Idaho, under the Neuroscience Associates name, with a focus on surgical treatment for brain and spine conditions.

How Was the Incident Discovered?

The organization detected unauthorized access to its network around May 29, 2025, and began an investigation with outside forensic specialists. The investigation confirmed that an unauthorized person had taken certain files from the network.

What Information Was Affected?

The affected information included first and last names and medical notes transcribed from physician appointments. According to the organization's notice, Social Security numbers and financial information were not affected.

Review and Notification Timeline

The file review was completed on November 7, 2025, and notice letters were mailed around November 21, 2025. The organization says it rebuilt affected systems, implemented additional safeguards, and began reviewing its data-security policies and tools.

What Should Affected People Do?

Notice recipients should review medical records and insurance explanations of benefits for services or activity they do not recognize. The organization said it had found no misuse as of the notice, but suspicious healthcare or payment requests should still be verified through official contact channels.