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Yale New Haven Health 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 Yale New Haven 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 Yale New Haven Health
Yale New Haven Health System (YNHHS), founded in 1996, is the largest healthcare provider in Connecticut. The organization operates as a nonprofit healthcare system, affiliated with Yale University and the Yale School of Medicine. YNHHS manages five hospitals, including Yale New Haven Hospital, Bridgeport Hospital, Greenwich Hospital, Lawrence + Memorial Hospital, and Westerly Hospital, providing comprehensive medical services throughout Connecticut, Rhode Island, and parts of New York.
With approximately 28,589 employees, Yale New Haven Health offers a wide range of medical services, including cancer treatment, pediatric care, psychiatric services, and specialized surgical procedures. The healthcare system also operates Northeast Medical Group, a multispecialty medical foundation with over 130 practices across the region.
What was the March Data Breach?
On March 8, 2025, Yale New Haven Health discovered unusual activity within its Information Technology (IT) systems. After immediately taking steps to contain the incident, the organization launched an investigation with the assistance of external cybersecurity experts and notified law enforcement.
The investigation revealed that an unauthorized third party gained access to Yale New Haven Health's network and obtained copies of certain patient data on the same day, March 8, 2025.
Information exposed:
- Demographic information (such as name, date of birth, address, telephone number, email address, race or ethnicity)
- Social Security number
- Patient type
- Medical record number
Which Locations are Affected?
- Bridgeport Hospital
- Greenwich Hospital
- Lawrence + Memorial Hospital
- Northeast Medical Group
- Smilow Cancer Hospital at Yale New Haven
- Westerly Hospital
- Yale New Haven Children's Hospital
- Yale New Haven Hospital
- Yale New Haven Psychiatric Hospital
Your Rights and Next Steps
If you received a notification from Yale New Haven Health about this data breach, it is important to understand your rights and take steps to protect yourself. Under state and federal laws, organizations have a legal responsibility to protect sensitive consumer information. When they fail to do so, affected individuals may be entitled to compensation.
Yale New Haven Health has begun mailing notification letters to affected individuals starting April 14, 2025. The healthcare provider is offering complimentary credit monitoring and identity protection services to individuals whose Social Security numbers were involved. You should consider enrolling in these services to help protect your identity.
Additionally, you should:
- Carefully review your healthcare provider statements and immediately report any inaccuracies or suspicious activities.
- Monitor your credit reports regularly for any unusual activity or unauthorized accounts.
- Consider placing a fraud alert or a credit freeze on your credit file to prevent new accounts from being opened without your consent.
If you believe your information was exposed in this breach, you have the right to seek legal action. Lawyers are ready to help you understand your rights, evaluate your situation, and determine if you qualify for compensation.
You May Be Entitled to Compensation
If your personal information was compromised in the Yale New Haven Health data breach, you may be eligible for financial compensation. Data breaches can lead to identity theft, financial losses, and emotional distress. Lawyers are ready to help you hold Yale New Haven Health accountable and seek compensation for any harm you may have suffered.
To find out if you qualify to join a data breach lawsuit, complete the form below. Lawyers are ready to help you navigate the legal process and fight for your rights.
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