Data Breach Summary
Anne Arundel Dermatology (AAD), a major provider of dermatological services across the Mid-Atlantic and Southeastern United States, has disclosed a data security incident that may have exposed sensitive personal and health information belonging to patients.
According to the notice issued by AAD, the organization detected unauthorized access to certain parts of its IT systems earlier this year. The breach is believed to have occurred between February 14, 2025, and May 13, 2025, during which time an unidentified third party may have gained access to confidential files.
The incident was identified and contained after AAD took immediate action to secure its network. An internal investigation, conducted with the assistance of third-party cybersecurity experts, confirmed that certain files were accessible to the intruder. The scope of the compromised data was confirmed on June 27, 2025.
The affected files may have included personal or health information specific to patients, although the precise details vary by individual. While it is unclear whether the data was viewed or stolen, AAD has stated that there is currently no evidence of misuse or fraud resulting from the breach.
AAD has worked with cybersecurity professionals to investigate and contain the breach. The organization reports that it has implemented additional security safeguards to strengthen its data protection infrastructure and reduce the risk of future incidents.
As a precaution, AAD is offering 24 months of free identity theft protection services through IDX. The protection package includes:
Credit and CyberScan monitoring
Up to $1,000,000 in identity theft insurance reimbursement
Fully managed identity recovery services
Following the breach, Anne Arundel Dermatology faces potential class-action lawsuits from patients 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 were impacted by the Anne Arundel Dermatology 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 Anne Arundel Dermatology 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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