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Laurel Health Centers 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 Laurel Health Centers 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 Laurel Health Centers
Laurel Health Centers is a network of Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) based in northern Pennsylvania. The organization operates nine health centers, four dental offices, behavioral health services, pediatrics and a wellness center across Tioga and Bradford counties. Their facilities are located in communities such as Blossburg, Elkland, Laporte, Lawrenceville, Mansfield, Towanda, Troy, Wellsboro and Westfield.
What Happened?
On July 14, 2025, Laurel Health Centers discovered unusual activity in its email environment. An investigation was immediately launched with the help of third-party forensic specialists and legal counsel. It was determined that an unauthorized individual had accessed certain information between July 11, 2025, and July 25, 2025. The investigation concluded on Dec. 30, 2025, and notifications to affected individuals began soon after.
The types of information that may have been exposed include highly sensitive personal and medical details. According to the official notice, the following information may have been involved:
What Information is Exposed?
The breach involved a range of both personally identifiable and protected health information.
- Personally identifiable information (PII)
- Names
- Dates of birth
- Social Security numbers (SSNs)
- Addresses
- Telephone numbers
- Emails
- PA Account IDs
- Account numbers
- Credit card information
- Checking account information
- Protected health information (PHI)
- Medical record numbers
- Dates of service
- Medical providers
- Medicare information
- Insurance information
- Diagnostic information
- Treatment information
- Diagnosis information
- Insurance carriers
- Procedure codes
- Disability information
- Dental information
- Denture information
- Immunization information
- Behavioral information
- Claim information
Your Rights and Next Steps
If you believe you may have been affected by this data breach, there are several important steps to consider. Laurel Health Centers has mailed notification letters to individuals whose information was determined to be in the affected files. If you did not receive a letter but want to confirm whether your information was involved, you can call their dedicated assistance line at 1-800-405-6108.
Laurel Health Centers is offering free credit monitoring and identity protection services to those impacted. It is recommended to enroll in these services as soon as possible. Additionally, you should remain vigilant by regularly reviewing your account statements and monitoring your credit reports for any suspicious or unauthorized activity.
You have the right to place a free security freeze or fraud alert on your credit reports with the major credit bureaus (Equifax, Experian and TransUnion). A security freeze prevents new credit accounts from being opened in your name without your consent, while a fraud alert requires creditors to take extra steps to verify your identity.
If you notice any signs of identity theft or fraud, report it immediately to your bank, credit card company or other applicable institution. You also have the right to file a police report and a complaint with the Federal Trade Commission.
You May Be Entitled to Compensation
Lawyers are ready to help individuals who were affected by the Laurel Health Centers data breach. If your personal or medical information was exposed, you may be entitled to compensation for the risks and inconvenience you have experienced.
To find out if you qualify to join a lawsuit and seek compensation, complete the below form. Lawyers are investigating claims on behalf of all affected individuals.
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