Medical Billing Specialists 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 Medical Billing Specialists, Inc 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 Medical Billing Specialists, Inc

Medical Billing Specialists, Inc. (MBS), based in Norwood, Massachusetts and founded in 1993, specializes in revenue cycle management and practice management solutions for healthcare providers. With over 25 years of experience, MBS serves various medical specialties such as family practice, internal medicine, pediatrics, and more.

MBS uses cloud-based technology to deliver its services and claims to help practices earn 8-15% more revenue compared to other billing companies or in-house billing. The company provides services to healthcare providers across the United States, focusing on states like California, Massachusetts, New York, and Florida. MBS emphasizes quality assurance and industry best practices in their operations.

What Happened?

In February 2024, Medical Billing Specialists, Inc. experienced a significant data breach. On February 17, 2024, the company discovered a network disruption. Following this, cybersecurity experts were engaged to investigate the incident.

The investigation revealed that certain files might have been acquired without authorization. By December 13, 2024, it was confirmed that PII and PHI was present in the impacted dataset.

Data Types Exposed:

• PII
• First name
• Last name
• Date of Birth
• Social Security Number

• PHI
• Medical Treatment
• Medical Treatment Dates
• Patient ID
• Medical Treatment Location

The breach was disclosed to the Massachusetts Attorney General's office on February 25, 2025.

Your Rights and Next Steps

If you were affected by this data breach, it's important to take action to protect your personal information. Medical Billing Specialists, Inc. is offering complimentary credit monitoring and identity theft protection services through Cyberscout, a TransUnion company. You can enroll in these services by visiting and using the unique code provided in your notification letter.

Additionally, you have the right to obtain a free copy of your credit report from each of the three nationwide credit reporting agencies. You can also place a security freeze on your credit report to prevent unauthorized access. Consider placing fraud alerts with the three credit bureaus to further protect your identity.

You May Be Entitled to Compensation

If your personal information was compromised in this data breach, you may be entitled to compensation. Lawyers are ready to help you understand your rights and pursue any compensation you might be eligible for.

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Source

• Massachusetts Attorney General