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Vail Summit Orthopaedics 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 Vail Summit Orthopaedics 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 Vail Summit Orthopaedics
Vail Summit Orthopaedics & Neurosurgery, often referred to as VSON, is a well-known orthopedic and neurosurgery practice based in Colorado. Founded in 1979, the group was established as the first orthopedic practice in Eagle County, providing much-needed access to specialized musculoskeletal care for local residents and visitors.
Over the years, VSON has expanded its services and locations, now operating in Vail, Edwards, Frisco and Dillon. The practice is recognized for its experienced, fellowship-trained physicians, several of whom serve as doctors for the United States Ski Team. VSON offers a wide range of orthopedic and neurosurgical services, including sports injury treatment, joint replacement and chronic pain management.
VSON is also active in orthopedic education and has recently merged with Middle Park Health to further expand care in the region. The organization has received industry recognition, including being named “Practice of the Year” in 2020 by the American Alliance of Orthopaedic Executives.
What Happened?
On Aug. 6, 2024, Vail Summit Orthopaedics discovered suspicious activity in its email environment. The organization engaged cybersecurity experts to investigate and learned that an unauthorized third party had accessed and acquired certain files.
After a thorough review, VSON determined on July 24, 2025, that sensitive personal information belonging to some individuals had been compromised.
Information Types Exposed:
- Addresses
- Emails
- Phone numbers
- Dates of birth
- Social Security numbers
- Health insurance numbers
- Cost of medical treatment or insurance
- Medical diagnosis, treatments, or procedures
- Medical history
- Allergies
- Prescription drugs taken
- Medical test results, images, and/or vital signs
- Dates of medical treatments and locations
- Healthcare provider names
Your Rights and Next Steps
If you received a notice from Vail Summit Orthopaedics regarding this data breach, it is important to stay vigilant. Here are some steps you can take:
- Review your credit reports for any suspicious activity. You are entitled to a free credit report from each of the three major credit bureaus every year.
- Consider placing a fraud alert or a security freeze on your credit file, which can help prevent unauthorized accounts from being opened in your name.
- Monitor your financial accounts and medical records for any unusual activity.
- Take advantage of the free credit monitoring and fraud assistance services offered by VSON through Cyberscout.
Lawyers are ready to help individuals whose information was compromised in this breach. You have rights under state and federal law, and you may be able to take legal action to seek compensation for any harm caused by the exposure of your personal data.
You May Be Entitled to Compensation
If your information was exposed in the Vail Summit Orthopaedics data breach, you may be entitled to compensation for the risks and inconvenience you have faced. Lawyers are currently investigating potential claims and can help you understand your options.
To find out if you qualify to join a lawsuit related to this breach, complete the below form. This is a no-cost, no-obligation way to protect your rights and potentially recover compensation.
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