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Excelsior Orthopaedics 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 Excelsior Orthopaedics, LLP 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 Excelsior Orthopaedics, LLP
Excelsior Orthopaedics, LLP is a comprehensive musculoskeletal center founded in 2002. The company offers a wide range of medical and clinical expertise, including general orthopaedic evaluation and treatment, physical and occupational therapy, and specialized care centers for sports injuries, hand, foot, ankle, shoulder, hip, knee, leg, and spine. They also provide imaging services, durable medical equipment, and urgent injury care through Excelsior Express. Based in Amherst, NY, Excelsior Orthopaedics has approximately 214 employees.
What happened?
Excelsior Orthopaedics discovered a data breach on June 23, 2024. The breach compromised sensitive information of about 357,000 individuals across the United States. The types of consumer information exposed include:
- Full name
- Address
- Date of birth
- Social Security Number
- Driver’s License number
- Non-driver identification card number
- Biometric information
- Medical Record Number
- Diagnosis
- Diagnosis Code
- Treatment Location
- Procedure Type
- Provider Name
- Treatment Cost
- Medical Date of Service
- Health Insurance Information
- Subscriber Member Number
- Patient Account Number
Excelsior Orthopaedics took immediate action by engaging a third-party cybersecurity firm to secure their environment and conduct a forensic investigation. They have reported the incident to the FBI and are cooperating with law enforcement.
Your Rights and Next Steps
If your information was compromised, you have several options to protect yourself. Excelsior Orthopaedics is offering twelve months of complimentary credit monitoring and identity theft restoration services through CyberScout, a TransUnion company.
You are encouraged to remain vigilant by reviewing your account statements and monitoring your credit reports for any suspicious activity. Consider placing a fraud alert or security freeze on your credit report to prevent unauthorized access. Additionally, you have the right to file a police report if you experience identity theft.
You May Be Entitled to Compensation
If you were affected by the Excelsior Orthopaedics data breach, you might be eligible for compensation. Lawyers are ready to help you understand your rights and pursue any claims you may have. To explore your options and potentially join a lawsuit, complete the form below.
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