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Pulse Urgent Care 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 Pulse Urgent Care Center 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 Pulse Urgent Care Center
Pulse Urgent Care Center is a healthcare provider that has served Northern California communities since 2013. With locations in Redding and Red Bluff, the center offers walk-in and urgent medical services, including treatment for minor emergencies, on-site digital X-rays, lab testing and occupational health services.
What Happened?
On March 24, 2025, Pulse Urgent Care Center discovered suspicious activity within its network. An investigation revealed that unauthorized individuals had gained access and deployed malicious software, resulting in a ransomware attack.
The cybercriminal group MEDUSA later claimed responsibility for the breach, stating they had obtained 60.70 GB of data and threatened to publish it on the dark web.
Information Exposed:
- Patient names
- Dates of birth
- Home addresses
- Phone numbers
- Social Security numbers
- Driver's license information
- Medical information
- Health insurance information
Pulse Urgent Care Center disclosed the data breach to the California Attorney General on Dec. 26, 2025, and began notifying affected individuals after confirming the nature of the compromised data.
Your Rights and Next Steps
If you received a data breach notification from Pulse Urgent Care Center, or your provider, you have important rights and options. You may be entitled to seek compensation for any harm or inconvenience caused by this cybersecurity incident.
- Identity theft protection services: Sign up for the free Cyberscout identity theft protection services offered by Pulse Urgent Care Center.
- 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 were a patient at Pulse Urgent Care Center and your information was compromised in this 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 ready to help you take the next steps. To find out if you qualify and to join a lawsuit, complete the form below.
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