Oglethorpe, Inc. Data Breach–What You Need to Know

Oglethorpe, Inc., a Tampa-based healthcare organization located at 201 N. Franklin St., Suite 1910, experienced a cybersecurity breach that affected approximately 92,332 individuals. The incident occurred on May 15, 2025, and was discovered on June 6, 2025.

A data breach occurs when unauthorized individuals gain access to sensitive or confidential information. In the healthcare sector, these breaches often expose personal identifiers, medical records, or financial information that can be used for identity theft or insurance fraud. According to official reports, the breach at Oglethorpe, Inc. stemmed from an external hacking incident that led to unauthorized access to sensitive data. 

How Does a Data Breach Happen?

Data breaches can happen in several ways:

1. Hacking or malware attacks that infiltrate servers or email systems

2. Phishing schemes that trick employees into sharing login credentials

3. Lost or stolen devices containing unencrypted patient information

4. System vulnerabilities from outdated or misconfigured security tools

When such incidents occur, affected individuals may face long-term risks, including unauthorized account activity or exposure of private medical information.

What Information Was Compromised In this Data Breach?

The breach involved personal identifiers such as names combined with other confidential details. While the full scope of the data types has not been released, these identifiers may be sufficient to enable identity theft or unauthorized use of health-related information. Following the discovery of the breach, Oglethorpe, Inc. conducted an internal investigation, consulted with cybersecurity experts, and notified regulatory authorities as required by law. 

Company’s Response and Mitigation Efforts

The organization is providing affected patients with:

1. 12 months of Single Bureau Credit Monitoring

2. Single Bureau Credit Reporting

3. Single Bureau Credit Score services via TransUnion

These services aim to help individuals track suspicious activity and respond quickly to potential misuse of their personal information. If you were affected by this breach, taking proactive steps can help safeguard your information and reduce future risks. Victims of data breaches have legal rights under state and federal privacy laws. If your personal or health information was exposed, you may be entitled to financial compensation or other legal remedies.

Affected By a Data Breach? Learn How Almeida Law Group Can Help

Almeida Law Group has represented thousands of individuals affected by data breaches involving hospitals, insurers, and corporations. The firm has deep experience in data privacy litigation, working to hold negligent organizations accountable when they fail to protect sensitive information.

From class action lawsuits to individual claims, our data privacy and security law firm helps clients recover compensation and peace of mind after their personal data has been compromised. Don’t wait for more harm; take action now!