On November 26, 2024, Bronx-based University Diagnostic Medical Imaging, PC (UDMI) experienced a significant data breach when unusual activity was detected on its network.
After an investigation, it was determined that the breach affected 138,080 individuals.
PHI & PII exposed:
The breach was reported to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services on January 21, 2025. For more detailed information, you can visit the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services breach report.
In response to the data breach, UDMI took action by working with third-party specialists to investigate the incident and implement additional security measures. The company also notified law enforcement and is reviewing its data protection policies and procedures to prevent future incidents.
For those affected by the breach, UDMI encourages vigilance against identity theft and fraud. Individuals should review their credit reports, account statements, and explanation of benefits forms for any suspicious activity or errors.
Under U.S. law, individuals are entitled to one free credit report annually from each of the three major credit reporting bureaus: TransUnion, Experian, and Equifax. To order your free credit report, visit Annual Credit Report.
UDMI has provided contact information for the major credit reporting bureaus to assist individuals in placing fraud alerts or credit freezes on their credit files. This can help prevent unauthorized credit, loans, and services from being approved without consent. For more information on protecting your personal information, you can contact the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) or your state Attorney General.
For more information about UDMI, visit their official website.
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