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Pediatric Otolaryngology 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 Pediatric Otolaryngology Head & Neck Surgery Associates, P.A. 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 Pediatric Otolaryngology Head & Neck Surgery Associates, P.A.
Pediatric Otolaryngology Head & Neck Surgery Associates, P.A. is a medical practice focused on diagnosing and treating ear, nose, and throat (ENT) disorders in children and adolescents. Founded in 1989, with six locations in Florida, the practice has a team of board-certified physicians who have completed additional fellowship training in pediatric ENT.
The practice offers a wide range of services, including consultations, surgical procedures such as tonsillectomies, adenoidectomies, tympanoplasty (ear tubes), cochlear implants, airway reconstruction, and treatment for chronic sinus and sleep issues.
What happened?
On Aug. 18, 2025, Pediatric Otolaryngology Head & Neck Surgery Associates, P.A. disclosed a data breach to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. According to the report, the breach was a hacking incident and affected a total of 43,446 people in the.
The cybersecurity incident may have compromised personally identifiable information (PII), protected health information (PHI), and financial information.
Possible Exposed Information
- Name
- Address
- Phone number
- Date of birth
- Social Security number
- Driver's license or state ID copy
- Health insurance information
- Medical records
- Financial information, including payment card number and CCV code
Your Rights and Next Steps
If you receive a notice about the Pediatric Otolaryngology Head & Neck Surgery Associates, P.A 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 you or your child were affected by the Pediatric Otolaryngology Head & Neck Surgery Associates, P.A. 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. In many cases, class action lawsuits are filed to help victims recover damages for the unauthorized exposure of their personal information.
To find out if you qualify and to join the lawsuit and pursue a claim, submit the form below.
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