Data Breach Summary
US HealthConnect Inc., a healthcare education and marketing company, has reported a data breach following suspicious activity discovered on its internal network on January 25, 2025. The breach involved unauthorized access to certain systems, which may have compromised sensitive personal information.Affected individuals are encouraged to stay vigilant and utilize the offered credit monitoring services to protect their personal information.
Upon discovering the suspicious activity, US HealthConnect immediately launched an investigation with the help of third-party cybersecurity experts. The investigation determined that an unauthorized actor gained access to certain systems within the company’s network, potentially exposing personally identifiable information (PII) of affected individuals.
While there has been no indication of identity theft or fraud directly resulting from the breach, the company conducted a comprehensive review of the affected data to determine which information was accessible and to whom it related.
The data potentially exposed during the breach includes:
Names
Dates of Birth
Social Security Numbers
Driver’s License or State ID Information
Financial Information
Given that Social Security numbers and financial account information were exposed, there is an increased risk of identity theft and financial fraud for those affected.
In response to the breach, US HealthConnect moved quickly to:
Secure its systems and assess the full scope of the event.
Notify potentially affected individuals as soon as the review was completed.
Offer affected individuals credit monitoring and identity restoration services through Experian, free of charge .
The company began mailing notifications to affected individuals on September 4, 2025, and disclosed the breach to the Massachusetts Attorney General’s office on the same date.
If you are impacted by this breach, US HealthConnect recommends the following actions:
Monitor Your Accounts: Regularly check your bank statements and credit reports for any suspicious activity or errors.
Report Suspicious Activity: Immediately notify your bank, credit card company, or financial institution if you notice any unusual activity.
Enroll in Credit Monitoring: Take advantage of the free Experian IdentityWorks credit monitoring and identity restoration services provided by US HealthConnect. Detailed instructions on how to enroll are included in the notification letter.
If you received a notification about the breach, you may want to explore your legal options. US HealthConnect responsibility to protect sensitive patient data has potentially exposed individuals to identity theft and other risks. You could be eligible to join a class action lawsuit against US HealthConnect for damages caused by the breach.
To determine if you qualify for the class action lawsuit or need further legal support, contact Class Action U for a free consultation. Our legal experts can help you navigate the next steps and ensure that your voice is heard in the fight for justice and accountability.
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