Data Breach Summary
PhyNet Dermatology LLC, a national dermatology practice management company, is notifying individuals of a recent data breach involving its affiliate, Total Vein & Skin, LLC, doing business as Premier Dermatology Partners (TVS). The breach, which was discovered on November 7, 2024, compromised a limited number of email accounts, potentially exposing sensitive patient information. PhyNet is working to provide affected individuals with information and resources to help protect their personal data.
On November 7, 2024, PhyNet Dermatology LLC detected suspicious activity within one of its employee’s email accounts. Upon noticing the unusual behavior, the company took immediate action to secure its email system and initiated an investigation to determine the cause and scope of the breach. The investigation revealed that a small number of email accounts were compromised, and that the data within those accounts may have been accessed or taken by an unauthorized party.
The investigation, which involved a comprehensive review of the affected files, was completed on June 6, 2025, and identified that patient information related to Premier Dermatology Partners may have been exposed. Although PhyNet has no evidence of any actual or attempted identity theft stemming from the incident, the company is notifying individuals who may have been affected.
The types of personal information that may have been exposed in the breach vary depending on the individual and may include:
Full name
Address
Social Security number
Financial account information
Date of birth
Medical history
Treatment information
Diagnosis information
Treating physician
Medical record number
Health insurance information
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 PhyNet 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 PhyNet 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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