Affiliated Dermatologists & Dermatologic Surgeons

The covered entity (CE), Affiliated Dermatologists and Dermatologic Surgeons, reported that it experienced a ransomware attack that affected the protected health information (PHI) of 373,680 individuals. The PHI involved included names, dates of birth, Social Security and drivers’ license numbers, health insurance and claims information, passport numbers, and treatment information. The CE notified HHS, affected individuals, the media, and posted substitute notice on its website. In response to the breach, the CE offered free credit monitoring services and implemented additional administrative, technical, and security safeguards.