N.Y. Presbyterian/Columbia expose info on 6,800 patients

Mary Stevens | | Health Exec | Precision Medicine
N.Y. Presbyterian Hospital/Columbia University Medical Center in New York City reported that personal information, including names and clinical data for approximately 6,800 patients was accessible when the information was inadvertently exposed on a web page.

In addition, in 10 cases, Social Security numbers were accessible.

The data have since been removed, according to the provider.

According to a press release issued Sept. 27, N.Y. Presbyterian/Columbia have taken measures to reduce the likelihood of a future incident “by strengthening our information and data security systems and enhancing our employees’ awareness."
 
The hospital has notified all patients affected by this exposure and does not have any evidence that this information has been misused, according to the statement.

Patients with questions about the breach can call 866-523-6760, visit www.NYPSecure.com or send an e-mail to info@NYPSecure.com.

Mary Stevens

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