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Santa Cruz County Health Data Breach

On December 12, 2025, SCCH was notified of a data breach involving TPS, which compromised personal information like Social Security numbers. Affected individuals will receive instructions to enroll in free credit monitoring services. Learn how to protect yourself and explore your legal options for a class action lawsuit.

Santa Cruz County Health
Date of Breach: October 2, 2025
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Who was affected:

Clients of Santa Cruz County Health

Impacted Data:

Full names

Addresses

Dates of birth

Social Security numbers

Health insurance numbers

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Santa Cruz County Health (SCCH) recently became aware of a cybersecurity incident involving a third-party vendor, OCHIN, and Trizetto Provider Solutions (TPS), which may have compromised the personal information of some patients. The breach occurred on TPS’s website, where healthcare providers access patient records, including sensitive data like Social Security numbers and health insurance details.

Santa Cruz County Health Data Breach Investigation

On December 9, 2025, TPS informed OCHIN about unauthorized access to its website. OCHIN, which works with SCCH to safeguard medical records, was initially unaware of whether any SCCH patients were affected by this breach. However, by December 11, 2025, OCHIN confirmed that certain patients, including SCCH patients, were indeed impacted.

The breach originated on October 2, 2025, when TPS detected unusual activity on their website. TPS quickly engaged cybersecurity experts and law enforcement to investigate the issue. Their investigation revealed that someone without authorization had accessed health insurance files between November 2024 and October 2025. Fortunately, there is no evidence that any sensitive bank or payment information was involved in this breach.

Although it’s unclear whether the unauthorized individual viewed any data after October 2, 2025, the incident highlights the vulnerabilities in third-party vendor systems that manage sensitive health data. SCCH has since been notified and is taking steps to mitigate further risks to patients’ personal information.

When Did This Breach Occur?

  • TPS detected unusual activity on October 2, 2025.

  • OCHIN was informed about the breach on December 10, 2025.

  • SCCH was notified about the breach on December 12, 2025.

What Information Was Breached?

The compromised information may have included:

  • Full names

  • Addresses

  • Dates of birth

  • Social Security numbers

  • Health insurance numbers

It’s important to note that no bank or payment information was included in the breached files.

What You Can Do

If you were affected by this breach, it’s crucial to take the following actions to protect your personal information:

  • Watch for a letter from TPS: TPS will send a letter on February 9, 2026, with instructions on how to sign up for free credit monitoring and identity protection services.

  • Sign up for the credit monitoring: Use the special enrollment code in the letter to activate your free credit monitoring service. You will need a computer, an email address, and may need to provide some personal information to confirm your identity.

  • Monitor your accounts: Regularly review your financial statements, insurance accounts, and credit reports for any suspicious activity.

  • Report suspicious activity: If you notice anything unusual, immediately contact your financial institution or relevant organization.

  • Stay vigilant: Remain on the lookout for signs of identity theft or fraud and take prompt action if needed.

Although the investigation has not found evidence of fraud or misuse of data at this time, taking these precautions will help safeguard your information.

File a Data Breach Lawsuit Against Santa Cruz County Health

If you were notified about this breach or believe your personal data was compromised, you may be eligible to join a class action lawsuit. Data breaches involving personal and sensitive information like Social Security numbers and health insurance details can lead to identity theft and fraud, and victims should not have to bear the costs of these consequences alone.

Joining a class action lawsuit can help you seek compensation and hold SCCH and its third-party vendors accountable for failing to secure your data.

Contact us at Class Action U, where we’ll connect you with a lawyer skilled in class action lawsuits. If you’ve received notice about this breach, discovered you were impacted, or suspect your data was exposed, fill out our quick, easy, and secure form to sign up. There is no cost to reach out to our legal partner and no obligation after speaking with someone from our team.

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Frequently Asked Questions

A data breach occurs when sensitive, confidential, or protected information is accessed, stolen, or disclosed without authorization. Data breaches often occur through phishing emails, malware, weak passwords, insider threats, or unsecured databases. Indicators of a data breach can include unexpected password resets, suspicious account activity, unauthorized transactions, or notifications from companies about compromised information.If you suspect your data has been compromised, you must take measures and act quickly. Change passwords, enable two-factor authentication, review your financial accounts for unusual activity and consider freezing your credit.

Once stolen, your personal information may be sold on the dark web or used for identity theft and financial fraud. In some cases, hackers use the data to extort companies or launch further attacks. Victims often face long-term risks, including damage to credit and privacy.

If you receive a data breach notification, don’t ignore it. Immediately change passwords for the affected account and any others that share credentials. Enroll in any free credit monitoring services offered and monitor financial statements closely.

To pursue a data breach claim, you’ll need documentation showing your information was compromised and proof of resulting harm, such as fraudulent charges, credit score damage, or identity theft reports. Notification letters, financial records, and communication with the breached company can help support your claim.

Yes. If a company fails to protect consumer data or delays notifying victims, it may be held liable under state and federal privacy laws. Many victims join class action lawsuits to recover financial losses and hold negligent organizations accountable.

Data breach settlements vary widely depending on the size of the breach, type of data compromised, and damages suffered by victims. Payouts may include cash compensation, identity theft protection, or reimbursement for losses. Many settlements range from a few hundred to several thousand dollars per person. A skilled data breach lawyer can guide victims through the complex legal process, ensuring their rights are protected. If you’ve received a data breach notification or believe your personal data was exposed, you may be eligible for compensation. Contact Class Action U to learn more about how to join a data breach lawsuit and understand the process of filing.