Elitecare Emergency Hospital Data Breach Affects 15,000 Texans

On August 16, 2024, ERLC, LLC, doing business as Elitecare Emergency Hospital, disclosed a significant data breach to the Texas Attorney General's office that affected approximately 15,000 individuals in Texas.

The hospital, which has been in operation since 2000, had its systems breached containing data with highly sensitive personal and medical information.

The breach involved unauthorized access to a wide range of consumer information like names, social security numbers, and medical information.

The breach was disclosed to the Texas Attorney General's office and more details can be found on the Texas Attorney General's website.

In response to the breach, Elitecare Emergency Hospital has taken several steps to mitigate the impact and prevent future occurrences. While the specific measures have not been disclosed, it is common for organizations to enhance their cybersecurity protocols, conduct thorough investigations, and offer support to affected individuals.

For more detailed information, you can refer to the Texas Attorney General's website.