Excelsior Orthopaedics Data Breach

Excelsior Orthopaedics, a healthcare provider specializing in orthopedic treatment, recently disclosed a significant data breach affecting approximately 357,000 individuals. The breach, believed to stem from a ransomware attack, compromised both personal and health information of patients and employees.

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Details of the Data Breach

The data breach was initially discovered in June 2024 and was first thought to involve only current and former employee information. However, subsequent investigations revealed that patient data was also compromised, prompting Excelsior Orthopaedics to send a second wave of notification letters on December 31, 2024.

The compromised data includes:

• Names
• Addresses
• Dates of birth
• Social Security numbers
• Driver’s license numbers
• Medical record numbers
• Diagnosis information
• Treatment details
• Health insurance information
• Biometric data

Excelsior Orthopaedics informed the Maine Attorney General’s Office that it is providing affected individuals with 12 months of free credit monitoring and fraud assistance services.

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Who Is Excelsior Orthopaedics?

Based in Amherst, New York, Excelsior Orthopaedics operates multiple clinics, including the Buffalo Surgery Center and Northtowns Orthopaedics. The organization specializes in orthopedic care, offering treatments for musculoskeletal injuries and conditions.

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What Happened?

Although Excelsior Orthopaedics has not provided specific details about the type of cyberattack, the timeline and actions described suggest it was a ransomware attack. The company disconnected external access to its network and was still working to restore its systems at the end of July 2024.

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Risks for Victims

The stolen data poses significant risks, including:

• Identity theft and financial fraud
• Unauthorized use of medical records
• Health insurance fraud
• Targeted phishing attacks
• Potential misuse of biometric data

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How We Can Help

At Pittman, Dutton, Hellums, Bradley & Mann, P.C., we understand the devastating consequences of data breaches. If your personal or medical information was compromised in the Excelsior Orthopaedics data breach, you may be entitled to compensation for:

• Financial losses
• Costs related to identity theft protection
• Emotional distress
• Time and expenses incurred addressing the breach

Our experienced data breach attorneys are here to help you navigate your legal options, hold responsible parties accountable, and secure the compensation you deserve.

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Contact Us for a Free Consultation

If you’ve been impacted by the Excelsior Orthopaedics data breach, don’t wait to take action. Pittman, Dutton, Hellums, Bradley & Mann, P.C. is ready to assist you in protecting your rights and seeking justice. Contact us today for a free consultation. We will help you understand your options and fight for your rights.

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[1] https://www.maine.gov/agviewer/content/ag/985235c7-cb95-4be2-8792-a1252b4f8318/8561b966-2671-45c6-98eb-d7acff5e31b3.html