DHR Health Data Breach Affects 33,646 Texans

On Nov. 19, 2025, Doctors Hospital at Renaissance, Ltd. ("DHR Health"), a major healthcare provider in Edinburg, Texas, reported a data breach that impacted a significant number of individuals. An investigation revealed that both personally identifiable information (PII) and protected health information (PHI) of at least 33,646 individuals were compromised.

The types of information potentially exposed in this incident included names, dates of birth, addresses, Social Security numbers, medical information and health insurance information. This means both personally identifiable information (PII) and protected health information (PHI) were compromised. The exposure of both PII and PHI is considered severe, as it can lead to identity theft, medical fraud and other privacy risks for those affected.

The data breach was disclosed to the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services on May 15, 2025, and subsequently to the Texas Attorney General’s office on Nov. 19, 2025.

Doctors Hospital at Renaissance, Ltd.'s response

Specific details about DHR Health’s internal investigation or remediation efforts have not been disclosed, it is standard practice for healthcare providers to engage with cybersecurity experts to review security protocols and notify law enforcement. In addition to required state and federal disclosures, the hospital will notify impacted individuals by mail.

If you believe your personal information may have been compromised in this breach:

• Carefully review any notice or communication you receive from DHR Health.
• Monitor financial accounts and credit reports for signs of identity theft.
• Consider placing fraud alerts or credit freezes with the major credit bureaus.
• Be cautious of unsolicited emails or phone calls requesting personal information.