Alabama Cardiovascular Group
Data Breach Class Action Lawsuit

Posted: August 16, 2024 -- Attention, victims of the Alabama Cardiovascular Group data breach.

Abington Cole + Ellery is investigating the data breach recently announced by Alabama Cardiovascular Group.

Alabama Cardiovascular Group data breach summary:

Approximately 280,000 individuals were affected by the Alabama Cardiovascular Group data breach.

Breached data may include, but is not necessarily limited to: names, dates of birth, social security numbers, addresses, email addresses, phone numbers, medical data (e.g., dates of service, diagnoses, medications, images, lab results, and other treatment data), health insurance data, health insurance claims data, and usernames and passwords.

Alabama Cardiovascular Group (ACG) recently faced a security breach where unauthorized individuals accessed their computer network and obtained personal information. ACG discovered the breach on July 2, 2024, and claims it immediately took action by disconnecting their network from the internet and blocking the unauthorized access.

In response to this incident, ACG claims to have reset all user passwords and added extra security measures to prevent future breaches. ACG's investigation purportedly revealed that the unauthorized access occurred between June 6, 2024, and July 2, 2024. They have reported the incident to law enforcement and are cooperating with an ongoing investigation.

As a result of the data breach, Alabama Cardiovascular Group is offering 24 months of free credit monitoring and/or identity theft protection services to some affected individuals.

Additional information about the Alabama Cardiovascular Group data breach may be found here: Alabama Cardiovascular Group Notice of Data Security Incident.

About Alabama Cardiovascular Group:

Alabama Cardiovascular Group is a medical practice focused on providing cardiovascular care to patients in the Birmingham, Alabama area as well as other locations in Alabama. The practice offers a range of services aimed at diagnosing, treating, and managing heart and vascular conditions. The group comprises physicians and medical staff who specialize in cardiology, interventional cardiology, and vascular medicine. Their clinical offerings include diagnostic tests, outpatient treatments, and procedures designed to address various cardiovascular diseases and conditions.

The practice operates with the goal of improving patient outcomes by utilizing advanced medical technology and evidence-based practices. Alabama Cardiovascular Group serves patients through individualized treatment plans that address their specific health needs. The practice collaborates with local hospitals and healthcare providers to ensure comprehensive care. Patient education and follow-up care are also key components of their approach to managing cardiovascular health.

The Alabama Cardiovascular Group Website may have additional information about or provide periodic updates regarding the data breach.

For more information about steps you can take to possibly reduce the chances harm arising from a data breach, please review the following article: What are some steps you can take if you've been the victim of a data breach?

If you believe you are a victim of the Alabama Cardiovascular Group data breach, and if you would like to volunteer to serve as a class representative in a class action lawsuit regarding this data breach, please submit your information via the form on this webpage. This website is not associated with nor authorized by Alabama Cardiovascular Group or any affiliated companies. If you have received any other data breach notifications, you may to review Abington Cole + Ellery's current list of data breach investigations.