Data Breach Summary
U.S. Dermatology Partners, a leading dermatology practice with over 100 locations across the United States, has reported a data breach that may have compromised the personal and medical information of its patients. Affected individuals are advised to monitor financial accounts and credit reports for any suspicious activity.
On June 19, 2024, the organization experienced a network disruption, prompting an immediate investigation. External forensic experts determined that an unauthorized party accessed the network and transferred certain files externally on the same day. A comprehensive review of the affected files, completed on April 2, 2025, identified potentially compromised data, which may include.
The breach was reportedly claimed by the BlackBasta ransomware group, which threatened to publish the stolen data on the dark web. A posting appeared on the Tor network on July 15, 2024, stating their intent to release the data within a week if their demands were not met. It is unclear whether the data was released or a ransom was paid.
U.S. Dermatology Partners began mailing data breach notification letters to affected individuals on May 30, 2025. For those whose Social Security or driver’s license numbers were involved, the company is offering complimentary credit monitoring and identity protection services.
The compromised information includes:
Names
Dates of birth
Medical record numbers
Health insurance details
Information about dermatology services received
Social Security numbers
Driver’s license numbers
Addresses
Financial information
Following the breach, U.S. Dermatology Partners faces potential class-action lawsuits from customers alleging negligence in protecting personal data. Data breach lawsuits often claim companies failed to implement adequate security measures or delayed disclosure of breaches, thereby increasing victims’ risk of financial and identity theft damages.
Affected users may be entitled to compensation for costs related to identity monitoring, fraudulent transactions, lost time addressing the breach, and emotional distress.
If you received notification from U.S. Dermatology Partners regarding this breach, we recommend:
Regularly monitoring your credit reports and financial accounts for suspicious activity
Placing fraud alerts or security freezes on your credit reports with Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion
Taking advantage of the free identity monitoring services offered by U.S. Dermatology Partners
Reporting any suspected identity theft to law enforcement, your state attorney general, or the Federal Trade Commission
If you were impacted by the U.S. Dermatology Partners data breach, you may have the right to seek compensation for the potential harm caused. Class Action U is dedicated to helping data breach victims connect with skilled attorneys who specialize in this area of law and can guide you through the legal process.
Individuals whose personal information was exposed may have valid grounds to join a class action lawsuit, allowing them to pursue restitution.
If your data was compromised, you could be entitled to compensation for:
Loss of privacy
Time spent resolving the breach
Out-of-pocket expenses
Emotional distress
By pursuing a class action lawsuit, you not only have the opportunity to recover damages but also help hold U.S. Dermatology Partners accountable, potentially prompting them to strengthen their security measures. Reach out to Class Action U today to find out if you qualify for a data breach class action and learn more about the compensation you may be entitled to.
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