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Pediatric Associates 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 Physicians to Children & Adolescents 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 Physicians to Children & Adolescents
Physicians to Children & Adolescents is a health care provider focused on pediatric care, operating in the Bardstown area. With over 35 years in business, the organization has established itself as a local resource for families seeking medical care for children. The company offers extended office hours by appointment, a nurse on call 24 hours, and serves patients from two locations.
The organization employs a team of 10 providers and is known for being the first pediatric practice in Bardstown. Services include routine checkups, immunizations, and resources for parents such as child health topics and product recalls.
What happened?
In October 2025, Physicians to Children & Adolescents reported a significant data breach to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. The incident was caused by a ransomware attack carried out by a group known as Cactus. The breach was disclosed on Oct. 24, 2025, and affected a total of 9,536 current and former patients in the United States.
The attackers claimed to have obtained approximately 902 GB of sensitive data. This included a wide range of information such as:
Possible Information Exposed
- Name
- Date of birth
- Address
- Phone number
- SSN and tax ID number
- Medical information
- Health insurance information
The breach was posted on the tor network, and the exposed data may now be at risk of being misused or sold on the dark web.
Your Rights and Next Steps
If you receive a notice about the Physicians To Children & Adolescents data breach or believe your information may have been involved, you have important rights and options. You may be entitled to seek compensation for any harm or inconvenience caused by this cybersecurity incident.
- Communication and credit monitoring services: Review and save any notification letters you receive. Enroll in free credit monitoring and identity protection services, if offered.
- 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 personal information was exposed in the Physicians to Children & Adolescents 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 actively investigating this incident and are prepared to help you understand your options. To find out if you qualify to join a lawsuit and seek compensation, complete the below form.
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