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Desert Orthopaedic Center Data Breach Exposes Sensitive Patient Information

Desert Orthopaedic Center Data Breach Exposes Sensitive Patient Information

First seen 9 Oct 2026, 01:37 UTC • •
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ThreatCluster •October 9, 2026 at 02:37 UTC
  • •Desert Orthopaedic Center reported a data breach affecting sensitive patient information.
  • •The breach may have exposed Social Security numbers and medical records.
  • •Complimentary credit monitoring services are being offered to affected individuals.

Desert Orthopaedic Center (DOC) reported a data breach that may have exposed sensitive patient information, including Social Security numbers and medical records. The breach was discovered on August 7, 2026, and a public notice was posted on October 6, 2026. The investigation revealed that unauthorized access to patient data may have occurred, but the full scope of the breach is still under review. Affected individuals will be notified by mail once the investigation is complete. DOC is also offering complimentary credit monitoring and identity protection services to those impacted. The breach affects patients across multiple locations in southern Nevada.

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Timeline

2026-08-07
Breach discovered
Desert Orthopaedic Center identified a potential data privacy incident on this date.
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2026-10-06
Public notice posted
DOC posted a notice about the data breach on its website, informing the public of the incident.
Claimdepot
2026-10-07
Class action investigation initiated
ClassAction.org began investigating the potential for a class action lawsuit related to the breach.
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What information was exposed?
The breach may have exposed names, Social Security numbers, medical records, and other sensitive patient information.
How will affected individuals be notified?
DOC plans to mail notice letters to those potentially affected once their review is complete.
What services are being offered to victims?
Desert Orthopaedic Center is offering complimentary credit monitoring and identity protection services to impacted individuals.