UPDATED:    January 14, 2025

EncompassCare Data Breach

Data Breach Summary

EncompassCare

Who Was Affected
Not specified
Impacted Data
Name, address, email address, social security number
Date of Breach
October 4, 2024
Have you been affected by EncompassCare's data breach?

EncompassCare, a healthcare provider, has notified individuals of a recent data breach affecting personal information following a cybersecurity incident. The breach was first identified on October 4, 2024, when EncompassCare noticed suspicious activity on its management company’s network. EncompassCare responded quickly, taking measures to secure their systems, and engaged a team of third-party cybersecurity experts to investigate the scope of the breach. Upon further investigation, it was confirmed that personal data had been compromised during the incident.

As a precautionary measure, EncompassCare has sent out data breach notification letters on January 9, 2025, informing affected individuals about the nature of the breach and the compromised data. In the letters, individuals are provided with steps to protect themselves from potential misuse of their personal information.

EncompassCare is offering complimentary identity theft protection services to affected individuals, which includes monitoring of personal information and assistance if fraudulent activity occurs.

Although there is currently no evidence to suggest that identity theft or fraud has occurred due to this incident, individuals linked to EncompassCare are encouraged to take precautions. To minimize potential risks, it is advisable to regularly monitor financial statements, update passwords, and remain vigilant against unsolicited communications, such as phishing attempts. For additional guidance on safeguarding your information following a data breach, we encourage you to review this resource on responding to data breaches and the proactive steps you can take to protect yourself.

What Information Was Involved?

While EncompassCare has not released specific details about which individuals were affected, the breach involved the exposure of sensitive data, including names, dates of birth, Social Security numbers, and other personal information typically stored by healthcare providers. The investigation is ongoing to determine the full extent of the data exposed

How to Know if You Were Affected

If you received a data breach notification from EncompassCare, it likely means your information was affected. Class Action U, in partnership with KO Lawyers, is supporting individuals impacted by the EncompassCare data breach. If your information was exposed in this breach, you may be eligible to join a class action lawsuit to seek compensation for:

  • Loss of privacy
  • Time spent addressing the breach
  • Out-of-pocket costs
  • Emotional distress

A successful case could also compel EncompassCare, to enhance its security practices to prevent similar incidents in the future. Contact Class Action U today to explore your legal options and protect your rights.

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