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Northwest Radiologists and Mt. Baker Imaging Data Breach

▼ Key takeaways

•Reports suggest a potential breach involving Northwest Radiologists and Mt. Baker Imaging.
•Discovered on January 20, 2025.
•Possible data exposed: Name, Contact Information, Date of Birth, Social Security Number, Driver's License Number, State ID Number, Treatment Information, Diagnosis Information, Health Insurance Information.
•Affects individuals in: Washington.
•Confirmation level: Confirmed by regulators.

Breach confirmed

The Northwest Radiologists and Mt. Baker Imaging breach is confirmed. If you may be affected, add your details below and we will take it from there.

Detailed summary

In January 2025, Mt. Baker Imaging and Northwest Radiologists experienced a ransomware attack that resulted in a data breach. This incident involved unauthorized access to their network.

The breach exposed names, contact information, dates of birth, Social Security numbers (SSNs), driver’s license or state ID numbers, treatment and diagnosis information, and health insurance information. Both personally identifiable information (PII) and protected health information (PHI) were compromised. Approximately 348,118 Washington residents and up to 362,713 individuals nationwide were affected.

Legal proceedings regarding this breach are ongoing, with a settlement receiving preliminary approval. Details can continue to emerge as the legal process unfolds, and further notices may be provided to affected individuals.

Data possibly involved

Name
Contact Information
Date of Birth
Often used in combination with other data for identity theft
Social Security Number
Can be used to open fraudulent accounts and file false tax returns
Driver's License Number
Can be used for identity fraud
State ID Number
Treatment Information
Diagnosis Information
Health Insurance Information
Could be used for insurance fraud

Company Response Timeline

Breach Occurred

Jan 20, 2025

Company Discovered

Unknown

Regulator Notified

Unknown

Consumers Notified

Unknown

Breach Verification Status

Reports Only

Complete

Initial dark web reports of potential breach

Company Confirmed

Complete

Company has acknowledged the breach

Regulator Confirmed

Current

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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