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Crystal Coast Pain Management Data Breach

▼ Key takeaways

•Reports suggest a potential breach involving Crystal Coast Pain Management.
•Discovered on September 5, 2026.
•Possible data exposed: First Name, Last Name, Date of Birth, SSN, Medical Information, Medical Cards.
•Affects individuals in: North Carolina.
•Confirmation level: Confirmed by company.

Breach confirmed

The Crystal Coast Pain Management breach is confirmed. If you may be affected, add your details below and we will take it from there.

Detailed summary

Crystal Coast Pain Management, a healthcare provider, experienced a network security incident on January 11, 2026. The company completed its review on June 24, 2026, and subsequently began notifying affected individuals.

The incident is confirmed to have exposed first and last names, dates of birth, Social Security numbers, medical information, and medical cards. The exact number of affected individuals has not been publicly disclosed, but the company stated it is directly notifying all potentially impacted persons. The incident appears to be a direct breach of the company's own network, not a vendor-related breach.

Attorneys are investigating a potential class action lawsuit related to this data breach. Details regarding the full scope and impact of the breach may emerge over time as investigations proceed and legal actions unfold.

Data possibly involved

First Name
Last Name
Date of Birth
Often used in combination with other data for identity theft
SSN
Can be used to open fraudulent accounts and file false tax returns
Medical Information
Medical Cards

Company Response Timeline

Response Grade

Notified consumers within 91–180 days

Breach Occurred

Jan 11, 2026

Company Discovered

Jan 11, 2026

Regulator Notified

Unknown

Consumers Notified

Jun 24, 2026

0 days to discover

164 days to notify consumers

Breach Verification Status

Reports Only

Complete

Initial dark web reports of potential breach

Company Confirmed

Current

Company has acknowledged the breach

Regulator Confirmed

Confirmed by regulatory authorities

Note: Breach verification can take time. Information may evolve as more details become available from companies and regulators.

Case Status:

Investigation Open

We're actively investigating this case and seeking affected individuals.

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