Three Oaks Hospice of Austin data breach

Clerk's notes

Three Oaks Hospice of Austin, a provider of specialized palliative and end-of-life care in Texas, officially reported a data breach to regulators on September 17, 2026. The incident, which occurred on July 16, 2025, involved an unauthorized compromise of the organization's systems.

The exposed data categories include highly sensitive personal and medical records. Specifically, this breach involved individuals' Full Name, Date of Birth, Social Security Number, Medical Record Number, Health Insurance ID Number, Diagnosis and Treatment Information, Prescription Information, and Home Address and Contact Details.

Such a breach can lead to significant and long-lasting risks for affected individuals. The compromise of immutable data like Social Security Numbers and Medical Record Numbers can facilitate medical identity theft, fraudulent billing, and other forms of financial and personal fraud. Unlike credit card numbers, this information cannot be easily changed, making victims vulnerable for extended periods.

As a healthcare entity, Three Oaks Hospice of Austin is subject to strict regulatory obligations to safeguard patient data. The occurrence of this incident suggests potential breakdowns in the administrative, physical, or technical safeguards mandated to protect sensitive health information.

If you have received a data breach notification letter from Three Oaks Hospice of Austin, it confirms that your personal information was compromised. Understanding the potential legal implications and your rights as an affected individual is important. We are actively reviewing this incident and invite you to request a free case review to discuss your situation and potential next steps.

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