Erie Family Health Centers Data Breach

Erie Family Health Centers has disclosed a cybersecurity incident involving unauthorized access to its network systems. While there is no current evidence of misuse, the breach potentially exposed sensitive personal and medical information, including Social Security numbers, financial data, medical treatment details, and other identifiers. Affected individuals are being offered free credit monitoring and identity protection services.

Erie Family Health Centers Data Breach Investigation

On January 27, 2026, Erie Family Health Centers became aware of potentially unauthorized access to certain systems on its network. The investigation, which included outside cybersecurity specialists, determined that the breach occurred between December 10, 2025, and January 27, 2026.

A comprehensive review of the potentially affected data revealed that the information exposed varied by individual and could include patient names, addresses, contact information, Social Security numbers, driver’s license or state ID numbers, taxpayer ID numbers, passport numbers, financial account and payment card information, online account credentials, digital signatures, biometric data, dates of birth, medical treatment or diagnosis information, prescription details, dates of service, patient ID numbers, encounter ID numbers, provider names, patient account numbers, medical record numbers, Medicare/Medicaid numbers, health insurance information, and treatment cost information.

When Did This Breach Occur?

The breach occurred between December 10, 2025, and January 27, 2026, and was discovered on January 27, 2026. Erie has since conducted a thorough review and began notifying affected individuals promptly.

What Information Was Breached?

The breach may have exposed the following information:

• Names, addresses, phone numbers, email addresses
• Social Security numbers, driver’s license/state ID numbers, passport numbers, taxpayer ID numbers
• Financial account and payment card information
• Online account credentials, digital signatures, biometric data
• Dates of birth, medical treatment/diagnosis, prescription information, date of service
• Patient and encounter IDs, provider names, patient account numbers, medical record numbers, Medicare/Medicaid numbers, health insurance information, and treatment cost information

The exact information affected varies per individual.

What You Can Do

Affected individuals should take the following precautions:

1. Enroll in Credit Monitoring and Identity Protection: Erie is offering free access to credit monitoring and identity protection services. Instructions for enrollment are provided in the notification letter, and the call center at 833-297-4842 is available for assistance.
2. Monitor Accounts and Statements: Review financial accounts, medical billing statements, and explanation of benefits forms for suspicious activity or errors.
3. Obtain Free Credit Reports: You are entitled to one free credit report per year from each of the three major credit bureaus—TransUnion, Experian, and Equifax—at www.annualcreditreport.com or by calling 1-877-322-8228.
4. Place a Fraud Alert or Security Freeze: Consider placing a fraud alert or security freeze on your credit file to help prevent identity theft.
5. Report Identity Theft: If you detect misuse of your information, report it to the Federal Trade Commission at IdentityTheft.gov and to your financial or medical institutions as necessary.

File a Data Breach Lawsuit Against Erie Family Health Centers

If your personal or medical information was compromised in the Erie Family Health Centers data breach, you may be entitled to compensation through a class action lawsuit. Affected individuals may recover damages for privacy loss, time spent addressing the breach, and other related harms.

At Class Action U, we connect affected individuals with attorneys experienced in class action lawsuits. Contact us for a free consultation to explore your legal options and determine whether you have a case.