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Northwest Medical Specialties 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 Northwest Medical Specialties PLLC 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 Northwest Medical Specialties PLLC
Northwest Medical Specialties PLLC is a physician-owned healthcare practice based in Washington state. The company primarily focuses on oncology and hematology, providing care for cancer, blood diseases and infectious diseases.
Established in 1985, Northwest Medical Specialties PLLC participates in more than 40 phase I-III clinical trials and is a founding member of the Exigent Research Network. The medical group operates six locations throughout Puget Sound region.
The August 2025 Data Breach
On Aug. 18, 2025, Northwest Medical Specialties PLLC received notification from a cybercriminal claiming to have accessed sensitive company data. An investigation determined that certain data within the network was potentially copied without authorization on Aug. 15, 2025.
A review was completed by Aug. 22, 2025, and Northwest Medical Specialties PLLC reported the data breach to the Washington State Attorney General on Aug. 28, 2025. According to the disclosure, a total of 3,846 Washington residents were affected.
Affected individuals were notified by mail beginning on Sept. 3, 2025.
Possible Exposed Information
- Name
- Contact information
- Date of birth
- Social Security number
- Health insurance information
- Medical records
- Payment card number
The medical group also disclosed the breach to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services on Aug. 28, 2025, reporting a hacking incident.
Your Rights and Next Steps
If you received a notice from Northwest Medical Specialties PLLC, it is important to know what steps you can take to protect yourself. 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: Enroll in the free TransUnion Cyberscout single-bureau credit monitoring and identity protection services, provided for 12 months by the medical group.
- 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 exposed in the Northwest Medical Specialties PLLC data breach, you may be entitled to compensation, which could include reimbursement for out-of-pocket expenses, time spent addressing the breach, or payment for emotional distress. Lawyers are ready to help affected individuals take action and seek damages.
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