Physicians to Children & Adolescents Data Breach Lawsuit

Physicians to Children & Adolescents (PTCA) recently confirmed a significant data breach that occurred in November 2024. The breach exposed sensitive personal and health information, including Social Security numbers and medical records. If your information was affected, here’s what you need to know and how to pursue compensation through a class action lawsuit.

Physicians to Children & Adolescents Data Breach Investigation

Physicians to Children & Adolescents (PTCA), a healthcare provider, announced a serious data breach after discovering that an unauthorized third party gained access to its internal network between November 15 and November 20, 2024. The breach triggered an immediate investigation to assess the extent of the incident and identify the data impacted.

The breach potentially exposed both personal identifiable information (PII) and protected health information (PHI) that PTCA had in its care. After conducting a thorough review, PTCA confirmed that a wide range of sensitive data was accessed, including Social Security numbers, medical history, lab results, and diagnostic imaging.

While the investigation has found no evidence of misuse of the exposed information, the breach raises significant concerns about the security of sensitive data and the long-term risks for those affected.

PTCA has since notified affected individuals and filed official notice of the breach with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Office for Civil Rights. The healthcare provider is offering complimentary credit monitoring services to those impacted, aiming to mitigate the risks associated with identity theft and fraud.

When Did This Breach Occur?

The data breach at Physicians to Children & Adolescents (PTCA) took place between November 15, 2024 and November 20, 2024.

What Information Was Breached?

The data exposed in the breach potentially includes:

• Full names

• Social Security numbers

• Dates of birth

• Addresses

• Medical treatment and diagnosis information

• Medical history

• Lab results

• Diagnostic imaging results

• Prescription information

• Health insurance information

• Medical record numbers

This type of information is highly sensitive and can lead to significant risks, including identity theft, fraud, and unauthorized medical treatments.

What You Can Do

If you were notified by PTCA or suspect your data was involved, consider taking the following steps to protect yourself:

• Monitor Your Financial Accounts: Regularly check your credit card, bank, and insurance statements for any unauthorized transactions.

• Enroll in Credit Monitoring: PTCA is offering complimentary credit monitoring services to affected individuals. Ensure you activate this service to monitor for any suspicious activity.

• Place a Fraud Alert: Consider placing a fraud alert with the major credit bureaus to make it more difficult for identity thieves to open new accounts in your name.

• Freeze Your Credit: A credit freeze will prevent unauthorized access to your credit report, making it harder for fraudsters to open accounts.

• Check Your Medical Records: Review your medical records for any unauthorized or suspicious entries and report them to your healthcare provider.

• Report Fraud: If you detect any fraudulent activity, report it to your financial institution and the relevant authorities immediately.

File a Data Breach Lawsuit Against Physicians to Children & Adolescents (PTCA)

If you were impacted by the PTCA data breach, you may be entitled to compensation for the exposure of your personal and health information. When a company entrusted with sensitive data fails to protect it, affected individuals have the right to take legal action.

Class action lawsuits are an effective way for individuals to join together and seek justice for the harm caused by data breaches like this one. If you’ve been affected by PTCA’s data breach, now is the time to take action.

Contact us at Class Action U, where we’ll connect you with a lawyer experienced in class action lawsuits. If you’ve been notified about this breach or suspect your data was compromised, fill out our quick, easy, and secure form to sign up for a free consultation. It’s time to protect your rights and seek compensation for the breach of your sensitive data.