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Auxilio Mutuo Hospital Data Breach Lawsuit Investigation
Shamis & Gentile P.A., one of the nation's premier class action law firms specializing in data breach cases, is investigating the Hospital Auxilio Mutuo 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 Hospital Auxilio Mutuo
Hospital Auxilio Mutuo is a private, non-profit hospital located in San Juan, Puerto Rico. Established in 1883, it is one of the largest and most comprehensive private hospitals in the Caribbean.
The hospital employs more than 2,000 people and has a medical faculty of over 500 specialists. The hospital provides a wide range of medical and surgical services, including inpatient and outpatient care, advanced diagnostics and specialized treatment centers.
What happened?
In September 2023, Hospital Auxilio Mutuo became aware of a potential cyberattack after being notified by the Department of Homeland Security. On May 15, 2024, an investigation revealed unauthorized activity took place on the hospital’s systems, compromising both personally identifiable information (PII) and Protected health information (PHI).
It has been determined that patients who visited the hospital between August 2022 and September 2023 could be affected. The hospital published a Notification of Potential Data Breach on its website.
Exposed Information
- First and last name
- Social Security number
- Driver's license or state ID number
- Passport number
- Health insurance information: including policy details, insurance companies, member/group IDs, and Medicaid/Medicare identification numbers
- Medical record numbers
- Providers, diagnoses, medications, test results, and images
- Details about care and treatment
- Claim numbers, account numbers, billing codes
- Payment card, financial and banking information
- Payment history and balance due
Your Rights and Next Steps
If you received a data breach notice from Hospital Auxilio Mutuo, you have important rights and options. You may be entitled to seek compensation for any harm or inconvenience caused by this cybersecurity incident.
- Credit monitoring services: Sign up for the 12 months of free Medical Shield Pro and Equifax WebDefend credit monitoring services, offered by Hospital Auxilio Mutuo.
- Monitor your accounts carefully: Check your financial statements regularly for suspicious activity or unauthorized transactions. If you notice anything unusual, contact your financial institution immediately.
- Fraud alert and credit reports: A fraud alert informs creditors to take extra steps to verify your identity before opening new accounts in your name. Consumers are also entitled to one free credit report annually from each credit bureau. You can request a fraud alert or a credit report by contacting any one of the three major credit bureaus.
- Seek legal help: Lawyers are ready to help you understand your rights and pursue compensation.
You May Be Entitled to Compensation
If your information was compromised in the Hospital Auxilio Mutuo data breach, you may be eligible for compensation, which could include reimbursement for out-of-pocket expenses, time spent addressing the breach, or payment for emotional distress.
Lawyers are investigating claims on behalf of affected patients. To take the next step, complete the form below to connect with legal support.
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