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    Universal Dermatology Data Breach

    ▼ Key takeaways

    • •Reports suggest a potential breach involving Universal Dermatology.
    • •Discovered on October 15, 2026.
    • •Possible data exposed: SSN, Medical Records.
    • •Affects individuals in: California, Iowa, Maine, Massachusetts, Montana, Nebraska, New Hampshire, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Texas, Vermont, Washington.
    • •Confirmation level: Confirmed by company.

    Breach confirmed

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    Detailed summary

    Universal Dermatology & Vein Care, a Florida-based medical practice specializing in dermatology and vein care services, reported a data breach to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services on September 30, 2026. This disclosure initiated an investigation by a law firm regarding potential claims on behalf of affected individuals.

    The breach affected 35,295 individuals in the United States. While the specific types of information exposed remain publicly undisclosed, there is a potential for protected health information (PHI) to have been compromised, including names, contact information, medical records, and health insurance details. However, specific medical records, diagnoses, prescriptions, test results, or treatment information have not been confirmed as exposed, nor has financial data or Social Security numbers. The available information does not specify the incident date, attack method, or confirmed data elements.

    As of the available reports, the full public notification statement from the company and the specific text of notification letters were not available. Details regarding the incident may emerge as the investigation progresses, and notices to affected individuals may be delayed depending on regulatory requirements and the nature of the breach.

    Data possibly involved

    • SSN
      Can be used to open fraudulent accounts and file false tax returns
    • Medical Records
      Could be used for insurance fraud or identity theft

    Company Response Timeline

    Breach Occurred

    Unknown

    Company Discovered

    Sep 30, 2026

    Regulator Notified

    Unknown

    Consumers Notified

    Unknown

    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

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