Pediatric Home Service Data Breach Affects 41,792 People

On November 7, 2024, Pediatric Home Respiratory Services, LLC, doing business as Pediatric Home Service, discovered a significant data breach. An unauthorized third party gained temporary access to their network, affecting a total of 41,792 individuals across the United States.

The breach was particularly concerning as it involved sensitive consumer information, including social security numbers, medical records, health insurance information, names, and addresses. The unauthorized access occurred between November 1 and November 8, 2024.

The breach was reported to several authorities, including the Texas Attorney General's office on January 8, 2025, and the Massachusetts Attorney General's office on January 7, 2025. Additionally, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services was notified on January 6, 2025.

Disclosures state that the breach affected 364 individuals in Texas and one individual in Massachusetts.

Information Exposed:

• Social Security Numbers
• Medical Records
• Health Insurance Information
• Names
• Addresses

Pediatric Home Service's Response

In response to the breach, Pediatric Home Service took immediate action to contain and remediate the incident. They initiated an internal investigation and engaged a leading forensic security firm to confirm the security of their computer systems and network. The company also reported the incident to law enforcement.

To support those affected by the breach, Pediatric Home Service is offering a complimentary two-year membership to Experian IdentityWorksSM Credit 3B. This service provides identity protection, including credit monitoring and identity restoration support. Affected individuals are encouraged to enroll in this service to safeguard against potential misuse of their personal information.