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Bayhealth Data Breach Investigation
Shamis & Gentile P.A., one of the nation's premier class action law firms specializing in data breach cases, is investigating the Bayhealth Medical Center data breach.
If you were affected by the data breach, your sensitive personally identifiable information may have been exposed, and you may be eligible for compensation.
About Bayhealth Medical Center
Bayhealth Medical Center is a not-for-profit healthcare system that serves central and southern Delaware. It operates two main hospitals: Bayhealth Hospital, Kent Campus in Dover, and Bayhealth Hospital, Sussex Campus in Milford.
Additionally, Bayhealth manages an emergency center in Smyrna and several outpatient facilities throughout the region. It providing a range of services, including emergency care, trauma care, cancer treatment, cardiovascular services, and women's health with over 3,700 employees and a medical staff of more than 400 physicians.
What Happened?
On July 31, 2024, Bayhealth Medical Center discovered suspicious activity within its network. An investigation revealed that unauthorized access occurred between July 27 and July 31, 2024, during which sensitive information was acquired.
The types of consumer information exposed include:
- Name
- Social Security number
- Driver’s license number
- Medical information
- Health insurance information
By August 7, 2024, the ransomeware group, RHYSIDA, had taken credit for the attack by posting a 7-day ransom notice on the dark web. It is unclear whether or not Bayhealth paid the ransom.
By October 1, 2024, Bayhealth confirmed that Protected Health Information was involved.
Bayhealth began notifying affected individuals on October 4, 2024, and continued to inform 257 Maine residents and 894 Massachusetts residents on February 3, 2025.
Your Rights and Next Steps
If you believe your information was compromised, there are several steps you can take to protect yourself. Bayhealth is offering 12 months of credit monitoring services through IDX at no cost. You should consider enrolling in these services to monitor any suspicious activities related to your credit. Additionally, it is advisable to place a fraud alert or credit freeze on your credit files to prevent unauthorized access.
You are encouraged to remain vigilant by regularly checking your account statements and credit reports for any signs of identity theft. If you suspect any fraudulent activity, report it immediately to your bank or credit card company. You can also contact the Federal Trade Commission or your state Attorney General for further assistance.
You May Be Entitled to Compensation
If your personal information was exposed in this data breach, you might be eligible for compensation. Lawyers are ready to help you understand your rights and guide you through the process of joining a class action lawsuit. To explore your options and potentially secure compensation, complete the form below.
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