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Anthem, Inc. Data Breach Investigation
Shamis & Gentile P.A., one of the nation's premier class action law firms specializing in data breach cases, is investigating the WellPoint (Independent Clinics of Washington, Elevance Health) data breach.
If you were affected by the data breach, your sensitive personally identifiable information may have been exposed, and you may be eligible for compensation.
About WellPoint
WellPoint Inc. is a health insurance provider affiliated with Elevance Health. The company offers a range of health plans, including Medicaid, Marketplace, and Medicare products, to individuals and families across several states.
The company has a long history in the health insurance industry, dating back to 1992. Over the years, WellPoint has expanded its services to include behavioral health, dental, vision, and pharmacy benefits.
What Happened?
On June 24, 2025, a phishing incident occurred involving Clinics of Washington (ICW), a business associate of WellPoint Washington Inc. This incident resulted in unauthorized access to an email account containing sensitive information.
WellPoint was notified of the incident on March 2, 2026, and later determined on April 28, 2026, that personal information of members may have been impacted.
The breach affected a total of 12,020 individuals in the United States, with 12,017 of those located in Washington state and 27 of Texas.
Information Exposed:
- Names
- Social Security numbers
- Driver's license or Washington ID card numbers
- Full dates of birth
- Health insurance policy or ID numbers
- Medical information
- Contact information (such as addresses, phone numbers and emails)
- Pharmacy/medical information
You May Be Entitled to Compensation
If your information was exposed in the WellPoint data breach, you may be eligible for compensation. Lawyers are investigating claims on behalf of affected individuals. To find out if you qualify and to take the next step in protecting your rights, complete the below form to join a lawsuit.
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