Data Breach Summary
The Neurological Institute of Savannah & Center for Spine, P.C. (NeuroSav), a prominent medical practice specializing in neurological and spine care, has reported a significant data breach that compromised the personal and medical information of over 32,000 individuals. While the credit union has no evidence of fraud or identity theft resulting from this event, it is providing impacted individuals with information on steps they can take to protect themselves.
The breach, which occurred between June 1 and July 21, 2024, involved unauthorized access to the institute’s computer systems by a third party. On April 15, 2025, NeuroSav disclosed that an unauthorized party had accessed certain electronic files within its network.
An investigation revealed that the compromised files contained sensitive personal information, including full names, dates of birth, medical record numbers, diagnoses, lab results, MRI images, medication information, healthcare claims, and subscriber numbers. In a limited number of cases, Social Security numbers were also exposed. The breach was officially reported to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services on May 1, 2025, and affected 32,548 individuals.
Upon discovering the breach, NeuroSav took immediate action to contain the incident and launched a thorough investigation with the assistance of cybersecurity experts. The institute is notifying affected individuals and offering complimentary credit monitoring services to those whose Social Security numbers were exposed. Additionally, NeuroSav is enhancing its security measures to prevent future incidents.
The forensic investigation revealed that the compromised files contained personal information, including:
If you received a notification from NeuroSav regarding this breach, it is essential to take action to protect your personal information:
Monitor Financial Accounts: Regularly check your bank statements and credit card transactions for any unauthorized activity.
Review Credit Reports: Request free credit reports from the three major bureaus—Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion, and monitor for unfamiliar accounts or inquiries.
Place Fraud Alerts: Consider placing a fraud alert or credit freeze on your credit files to prevent unauthorized access to your information.
Report Suspicious Activity: If you notice any signs of identity theft, report them to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and local authorities immediately.
If you were affected by the NeuroSav data breach, you may be entitled to compensation for the potential harm caused. Class Action U specializes in helping victims of data breaches connect with experienced data breach lawyers who can assist you in pursuing legal action.
Those whose personal information was exposed may have legal grounds to join a class action lawsuit and seek restitution.
If your personal data was compromised, you could be entitled to compensation for:
Loss of privacy
Time spent addressing the breach
Out-of-pocket expenses
Emotional distress
Pursuing a successful class action lawsuit could not only secure compensation for you but may also encourage NeuroSav to enhance its security measures to prevent future breaches. Contact Class Action U today to find out if you qualify for a data breach class action and to learn more about the potential compensation you may be entitled to.
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