Data Breach Summary
Texas Centers for Infectious Disease Associates (TCIDA) has disclosed a data breach involving unauthorized access to their network. The breach, which affected 19,776 individuals, was discovered on June 17, 2025. The data breach is attributed to external hacking and may have compromised sensitive personal and medical information.
TCIDA first became aware of unusual activity within its network on July 19, 2024. Upon discovering the suspicious activity, the organization immediately secured its systems and enlisted the help of third-party cybersecurity experts to investigate. The investigation revealed that an unauthorized party had gained access to certain files within TCIDA’s systems, which potentially contained personal information.
The breach was linked to an incident involving a former third-party billing vendor. A comprehensive review of the potentially affected files concluded on June 17, 2025, and it was confirmed that personal data may have been accessed or acquired during the attack.
As a precaution, TCIDA is offering identity protection services through IDX, a trusted data breach and recovery service provider. The services include 12 to 24 months of credit and CyberScan monitoring, a $1,000,000 insurance reimbursement policy, and fully managed identity theft recovery services.
The potentially compromised data varied by individual but may have included:
Name
Social Security number
Date of birth
Driver’s license number
Medical record number
Medicare/Medicaid number
Health insurance number
Medical or treatment information
Importantly, there is no evidence of any actual misuse of the affected information at this time.
The personal and sensitive information compromised in this breach includes elements that could lead to serious privacy issues for the affected individuals. Those impacted are at an increased risk of identity theft, where their information could be used without their knowledge to commit fraud or other illegal activities.
If your personal information has been breached, it’s important to take immediate and proactive steps to minimize the potential impact and protect yourself from identity theft or fraud. Here are some general actions that you should consider taking:
Monitor Credit Reports: Check your credit reports regularly for suspicious activity.
Place a Fraud Alert or Credit Freeze: Set up a fraud alert or freeze your credit to prevent unauthorized access.
Monitor Financial Accounts: Review bank and credit card statements for unfamiliar transactions.
Watch for Phishing Scams: Be cautious of unsolicited requests for personal information.
Change Passwords: Update passwords for online accounts and use strong, unique ones.
Enable Two-Factor Authentication: Add an extra layer of security to online accounts.
Review Health and Insurance Info: Check for fraudulent charges if health data was exposed.
If you were impacted by the TCIDA 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 TCIDA 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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