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UI Community Homecare 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 UI Community Homecare 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 UI Community HomeCare
UI Community HomeCare is a full-service provider affiliated with University of Iowa Health Care. The organization specializes in home infusion and medical equipment services, serving patients throughout Iowa as well as parts of western Illinois and northern Missouri.
The company offers home infusion therapy for chemotherapy, cardiac care, pediatrics, and bone marrow transplants. They also provide durable medical equipment, oxygen and respiratory services, and clinical support from a team of registered nurses, pharmacists, and technicians.
What happened?
On July 3, 2025, UI Community Homecare discovered a data breach that exposed both personally identifiable information (PII) and protected health information (PHI) of 211,000 individuals in their care. An unauthorized actor gained access to internal systems and viewed and copied files containing the patient information.
The cybersecurity incident impacted UI Community Home Care and UI Health Care patients. UI Community Home Care published a public data privacy event notice on its website. The organizations began notifying affected individuals by mail on Aug. 29, 2025.
Information Exposed
- Name
- Phone number
- Address
- Date of birth
- Social Security number
- Dates of service
- Health insurance information
- Medical record number
- Provider
- Type of visit
Your Rights and Next Steps
If you received a notice about the UI Community HomeCare 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 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 were affected by the UI Community HomeCare data breach, you may be entitled to compensation for the exposure, which could include reimbursement for out-of-pocket expenses, time spent addressing the breach, or payment for emotional distress.
Lawyers are ready to help individuals pursue claims. To find out if you qualify to join a lawsuit, complete the form below.
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