Maternal Fetal Medicine Data Breach Exposes SSNs

Maternal Fetal Medicine Associates, PLLC, Carnegie Hill Imaging for Women, and Carnegie Women’s Health experienced a data breach impacting current and former patients. Suspicious activity was first detected on September 16, 2024, when they noticed unauthorized access to certain systems within their computer network.

An investigation revealed that an unauthorized party had access to the Practices’ network between July 30, 2024, and September 16, 2024 and certain files were accessed or downloaded without authorization. The files that were accessed may have contained a combination of personally identifiable information (PII) and protected health information (PHI) which includes full name, address, date of birth, driver’s license, Social Security number, credit card information, bank account information, clinical diagnosis/conditions, lab results, and medications.

The Practices' notified the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services on November 15, 2024 that at least 501 current and former patients were impacted. An official disclosure was also posted on the Maternal Fetal Medicine Associates, Carnegie Women's Health, and Carnegie Imaging websites.

Maternal Fetal Medicine Associates, PLLC, Carnegie Hill Imaging for Women, and Carnegie Women’s Health's response

Upon discovering the breach, the Practices' began working to identity impacted individuals and took steps to secure their systems. Once the process is completed, current and former patients with compromised PII and PHI will be notified by mail.

If you believe your patient information may have been compromised, it is important to:

• Carefully review any notice or communication received from Maternal Fetal Medicine Associates, Carnegie Hill Imaging or Carnegie Women's Health.
• Monitor your financial accounts and credit reports for unusual activity.
• Consider placing a fraud alert or security freeze on your credit file.
• Be cautious of phishing attempts or suspicious communications referencing this breach.

The Practices have provided a dedicated toll-free number (855-776-8641), an email address (dataprivacye@mfmnyc.com), and a mailing address (207 E. 94th St, 5th Floor, New York, NY 10128) for questions or concerns.

More information can be found on the Carnegie Imaging for Women, Carnegie Women's Health and Maternal Fetal Medicine Associates websites.