Coastal Carolina Health Care (CCHC) has disclosed a data breach caused by unauthorized access to its systems between March 21 and March 27, 2025. The breach compromised sensitive personal information, including names and Social Security numbers. Affected individuals may be entitled to compensation through a class action lawsuit for damages resulting from the breach.
Coastal Carolina Health Care’s Data Breach Investigation
On March 28, 2025, Coastal Carolina Health Care detected unusual activity disrupting access to its systems. Upon discovering the incident, the company immediately took steps to secure its network and engaged an independent cybersecurity firm to investigate the cause. The investigation revealed that an unauthorized actor had accessed and acquired certain personal and protected health information between March 21, 2025, and March 27, 2025.
By February 26, 2026, a third-party vendor had conducted a comprehensive review of the affected data and confirmed that personal information, including names and Social Security numbers, may have been compromised. However, to date, CCHC has not found any evidence of misuse of the data involved in the breach.
In response, CCHC took additional steps to prevent future incidents, including enhancing security features within their systems. They also notified the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and are cooperating with any ongoing investigations.
As part of their commitment to protecting the privacy of affected individuals, CCHC is offering complimentary credit monitoring and identity theft protection services for 12 months. These services include fraud alerts, credit file monitoring, and a $1,000,000 identity theft insurance policy at no charge to affected individuals.
When Did This Breach Occur?
The breach occurred between March 21, 2025, and March 27, 2025, when unauthorized access to Coastal Carolina Health Care’s systems took place. The company became aware of the breach on March 28, 2025, and began notifying affected individuals in March 2026.
What Information Was Breached?
The following types of personal information were potentially exposed in the breach:
- Name of individual
- Social Security Number
CCHC has confirmed that these personal data elements were involved in the breach, but further details regarding the full scope are still being reviewed. As a precaution, they have notified those affected by the breach and provided steps to help protect their information.
What You Can Do
If you were impacted by the Coastal Carolina Health Care data breach, here are steps you can take to protect your personal information:
- Enroll in Free Credit Monitoring: CCHC is offering 12 months of complimentary credit monitoring and identity theft protection services, which include fraud alerts, credit file monitoring, and identity theft insurance. You must enroll within 90 days of receiving the notice.
- Place a Fraud Alert or Security Freeze: Consider placing a fraud alert or security freeze on your credit reports to prevent unauthorized access to your credit.
- Monitor Your Financial Accounts: Regularly check your credit card and bank statements for any suspicious activity.
- Obtain a Free Credit Report: You are entitled to a free credit report annually. Review your report for any unfamiliar accounts or discrepancies.
By taking these steps, you can minimize the risk of identity theft or fraud resulting from the breach.
File a Data Breach Lawsuit Against Coastal Carolina Health Care
If you received a notice regarding the data breach at Coastal Carolina Health Care and your personal information was exposed, you may be eligible to file a lawsuit for compensation. Victims of data breaches can seek compensation for emotional distress, financial losses, and time spent dealing with the breach.
At Class Action U, we help individuals affected by data breaches explore their legal options. If you’ve been impacted by this breach, you may be able to join a class action lawsuit to recover compensation. A successful lawsuit could also push Coastal Carolina Health Care to improve its data protection measures.
Fill out our secure form to connect with an attorney for a free consultation. There’s no cost to reach out, and you are under no obligation to take further action unless you choose to do so.
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