Cherry Health Data Breach Compromises Health Records

Cherry Health, formally known as Cherry Street Services Inc., disclosed a data breach that may affect certain current or former patients as well as current or former staff members.

Cherry Health first detected the breach on or about April 19, 2026. After detecting suspicious activity on its network, Cherry Health launched an investigation with the support of third-party specialists to determine the nature and scope of the activity. The organization took measures to secure its environment.

The investigation determined that certain information stored on Cherry Health's network was accessed and copied by an unauthorized individual. Cherry Health is conducting a comprehensive review of the involved data, in partnership with third-party specialists, to determine exactly what information was at issue and to whom it relates. At the time the notice was posted, that review had not yet been completed.

The types of information that may have been exposed include names, addresses, phone numbers, dates of birth, health insurance information, health insurance ID numbers, patient ID numbers, provider names, service dates, and Social Security numbers.

Cherry Health posted a preliminary notice on its website on June 18, 2026. Additionally, the incident was reported to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. The total number of individuals affected has not yet been disclosed.

Cherry Health's response

Cherry Health is providing information about the event and resources available to help individuals protect their information from possible misuse. Cherry Health also encouraged individuals to remain vigilant and to take proactive steps to protect their personal information.

Cherry Health stated it will notify potentially affected individuals by written letter once its data review is finalized. The website notice serves as a preliminary alert while those individual letters are being prepared. Once the review is complete, the letters will inform each person which specific types of their information were involved. Call center representatives will also be available to help answer questions once the letters are sent.

Individuals who want more information about the incident in the meantime may call 888-204-2407 or write to Cherry Health at 100 Cherry St. SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503.