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Sapphire Community Health 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 Sapphire Community Health 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 Sapphire Community Health
Sapphire Community Health is a nonprofit, federally supported community health center based in Hamilton, Montana. The organization focuses on providing primary and behavioral healthcare services to medically underserved populations in Ravalli County and the surrounding Bitterroot Valley.
Sapphire Community Health operates as Sapphire Community Health Inc., a 501(c)(3) ambulatory clinic, and receives funding from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. The clinic offers a wide range of services, including comprehensive primary care, behavioral health counseling, psychiatry, annual wellness visits, immunizations, and on-site laboratory services.
What happened?
On Oct. 17, 2025, Sapphire Community Health reported a data breach to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. The breach affected a total of 5,617 individuals in the United States. The incident was significant enough to require public disclosure under federal law.
At this time, the specific types of consumer information exposed in the breach have not been publicly detailed by Sapphire Community Health. However, when healthcare organizations experience a data breach, sensitive information such as names, contact details, medical records, and insurance information may be at risk.
The breach was officially disclosed to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services on Oct. 17, 2025.
Your Rights and Next Steps
If you received a notification that your information was involved in the Sapphire Community Health data breach, you have important rights under federal and state law. Individuals whose data has been exposed in a healthcare breach may be at risk for identity theft, medical fraud, and other privacy harms.
Here are steps to consider:
- Review any official notification letters or emails from Sapphire Community Health regarding the breach
- Monitor financial accounts and credit reports for any unusual activity
- Consider placing a fraud alert or credit freeze with the major credit bureaus
- Watch for signs of medical identity theft, such as unfamiliar charges or medical bills
- Follow any instructions provided by Sapphire Community Health for enrolling in free credit monitoring or identity protection services, if offered
You May Be Entitled to Compensation
If your information was compromised in the Sapphire Community Health data breach, you may be eligible for compensation. Lawyers are investigating claims on behalf of affected individuals. By participating in a lawsuit, you may be able to recover money for the time spent addressing the breach, out-of-pocket expenses, and any harm suffered as a result.
To find out if you qualify, complete the below form. Lawyers are ready to help guide you through the process and answer any questions.
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