MAK Anesthesia Data Breach Affects 24K People: Exposes SSNs

In late April 2025, MAK Anesthesia, a Georgia-based provider of anesthesia services, reported a data breach to the Department of Health and Human Services, disclosing it has affected 24,079 people in the United States.

The breach exposed a range of sensitive information, including names, dates of birth, addresses, medical information, and Social Security numbers. This incident involves both personally identifiable information (PII), such as names, addresses, and Social Security numbers, and protected health information (PHI), such as medical details.

The breach disclosure was officially filed with the Massachusetts Attorney General on April 30, 2025, noting at least two residents of the state have been impacted.

MAK Anesthesia's response

MAK Anesthesia has taken steps to notify affected individuals, as evidenced by the public notice posted on its website. The company is cooperating with regulatory authorities and has provided a consumer notice document outlining the details of the breach and recommended actions for those impacted.

If you believe you may have been affected, it is important to stay vigilant. Monitor your credit reports and account statements for any unusual activity. Consider placing a fraud alert or security freeze on your credit file, and be cautious of unsolicited communications that request your personal information. If your Social Security number was involved, you may want to contact the Social Security Administration for additional guidance.

MAK Anesthesia’s notification includes information on how to access support and further instructions for protecting your identity. If you have questions or need assistance, refer to the contact information provided in the official notice.