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Wakefield & Associates Data Breach

Wakefield & Associates, a revenue cycle and collections services provider to healthcare providers, has reported a significant data breach exposing sensitive personal and health information. While the breach’s full scope remains unclear, affected individuals are urged to take protective measures to safeguard their personal data.

Wakefield & Associates
Date of Breach: January 14, 2025
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Who was affected:

Clients of Wakefield & Associates

Impacted Data:

Full Name

Collection Account Information

Social Security Number

Financial Account Information

Driver’s License Number/State Identification Number

Health Information

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Wakefield & Associates, based in Knoxville, Tennessee, provides revenue cycle management and collections services to healthcare providers. On January 17, 2025, suspicious activity was detected within its computer systems, leading to an investigation. The forensic review confirmed that unauthorized access had occurred, compromising protected health information (PHI) of patients of Wakefield’s healthcare clients.

Initial access to the network occurred on January 14, 2025, with files exfiltrated before or on January 17, 2025. After a comprehensive review, Wakefield & Associates determined that sensitive data was exposed, including names, collection account information, and for some individuals, more critical data such as Social Security numbers, financial account details, driver’s license numbers, state IDs, and health information.

On September 24, 2025, Wakefield confirmed the breach’s extent, which led to notifications being sent to the affected individuals. The company is offering free credit monitoring and identity theft protection services for affected parties.

Law enforcement and regulators have been notified, and the company has implemented additional security safeguards to prevent similar incidents in the future. Although the HHS OCR breach portal has not been updated due to the government shutdown, Wakefield & Associates informed the Montana and Maine Attorneys General about the breach, affecting 26,624 Montana residents and 41 Maine residents. Northern Montana Health Care has confirmed it was among the affected clients.

When Did This Breach Occur?

The breach began with unauthorized access on January 14, 2025, with files being exfiltrated on or before January 17, 2025. The breach was fully assessed on September 24, 2025, and notifications began shortly after.

What Information Was Breached?

  • Full Name
  • Collection Account Information
  • Social Security Number (for some individuals)
  • Financial Account Information (for some individuals)
  • Driver’s License Number/State Identification Number (for some individuals)
  • Health Information (for some individuals)

What You Can Do

If you were affected by this breach, take the following steps to protect your personal and financial information:

  • Monitor your credit reports for any suspicious activity, such as new accounts opened in your name.
  • Review your bank and credit card statements for unauthorized transactions.
  • Enroll in the free credit monitoring and identity theft protection services offered by Wakefield & Associates.
  • Place a fraud alert or credit freeze on your credit file to prevent unauthorized access to your information.
  • Remain cautious of phishing emails or fraudulent calls that may attempt to collect further personal data.

Wakefield & Associates has recommended that affected individuals remain vigilant for at least 12 to 24 months following the breach, as identity theft can take time to surface.

File a Data Breach Lawsuit Against Wakefield & Associates

If you were impacted by the Wakefield & Associates data breach, you may be eligible to join a class action lawsuit seeking compensation for the exposure of your personal and health information. Data breaches can lead to financial harm, identity theft, and long-term impacts, and victims often have the right to seek restitution.

Contact us at Class Action U, where we’ll connect you with a lawyer skilled in class action lawsuits. If you’ve been contacted about this breach, received notice, or noticed suspicious activity, 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.