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Frederick Health Data Breach Lawsuit Investigation
Shamis & Gentile P.A., one of the nation's premier class action law firms specializing in data breach cases, is investigating the Frederick Health 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 Frederick Health
Frederick Health is a major healthcare provider based in Frederick County, Maryland. Founded in 1902, the organization has grown to serve the region through a network of more than 25 locations and over 4,000 employees.
Frederick Health operates a full-service hospital with 269 licensed beds and offers a wide range of medical services, including primary care, specialty clinics, urgent care, and wellness programs.
The system includes Frederick Health Hospital, Frederick Health Medical Group, and several specialty centers such as the James M Stockman Cancer Institute.
What was the January Ransomware Attack?
On January 27, 2025, Frederick Health experienced a significant ransomware event that affected its IT systems. In response, the organization activated its incident response protocols, secured its systems, and notified law enforcement. A third-party forensic firm was brought in to investigate the incident.
The investigation revealed that an unauthorized individual gained access to Frederick Health’s network and copied certain files from a file share server. These files contained sensitive information related to patients.
Information exposed:
- Patient names
- Addresses
- Dates of birth
- Social Security numbers
- Drivers’ license numbers
- Medical record numbers
- Health insurance information
- Clinical information related to patients’ care
Frederick Health reported the breach to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services on March 28, 2025, disclosing the breach affected 934,326 people in the United States.
Your Rights and Next Steps
If you received a notification letter from Frederick Health, it means your personal information may have been compromised. Even if you have not received a letter but received care from Frederick Health around the time of the breach, your data could be at risk.
You have several important rights and options:
- You can enroll in the complimentary credit monitoring and identity theft protection services offered by Frederick Health through IDX. The enrollment instructions and a unique code are provided in the notification letter.
- You have the right to place a fraud alert or security freeze on your credit file with the major credit bureaus.
- You should review your credit reports and account statements for any suspicious activity.
- You are entitled to contact lawyers who are ready to help you understand your legal options and determine if you are eligible to join a class action lawsuit for compensation related to the breach.
Taking action quickly is important to protect your identity and your rights.
You May Be Entitled to Compensation
If your information was exposed in the Frederick Health data breach, you may be eligible for compensation as part of a class action lawsuit. Lawyers are ready to help answer your questions and guide you through the process.
To find out if you qualify and to take the next step, complete the below form to join the lawsuit investigation.
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