American Health Imaging Data Breach Investigation

Turke & Strauss LLP, a leading data breach law firm, is investigating American Health Imaging, Inc. regarding its recent data breach. The American Health Imaging data breach involved sensitive personal identifiable information and protected health information belonging to an undetermined number of current and former employees.

ABOUT AMERICAN HEALTH IMAGING, INC.:

American Health Imaging is a is an outpatient medical imaging company located in the Southeast United States. Offering MRIs, CT scans, PET imaging, and X-rays, American Health Imaging is equipped to provide a variety of different medical assessments, including neurologic evaluations, orthopedic assessments, breast cancer screenings, and more. Additionally, American Health Imaging provides easy access to its imaging technology, such as upright MRIs and non-claustrophobic scanning. Founded in 1998, American Health Imaging has quickly expanded to more than 26 different locations across five states. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, American Health Imaging employs more than 100 individuals and 80 certified radiologists.

WHAT HAPPENED?

On December 24, 2021, American Health Imaging experienced a data breach in which the sensitive personal identifiable information and protected health information in its system may have been accessed. Through its investigation, American Health Imaging determined that an unauthorized actor may have accessed this sensitive information between December 17 and December 24, 2021. On September 8, 2022, American Health Imaging began the process of notifying individuals whose information may have been impacted. The type of information exposed includes:

  • Name
  • Social Security number
  • Health insurance information
  • Medical information (e.g., record number, patient account number, physician name, date(s) of service, diagnosis or treatment information)

If you are a current or former patient of American Health Imaging, Inc.:

We would like to speak with you about your rights and potential legal remedies in response to this data breach. Please fill out the form, below, or contact us at (608) 237-1775 or sam@turkestrauss.com.

If you were impacted by the American Health Imaging data breach, you may consider taking the following steps to protect your personal information.

  1. Carefully review the breach notice and retain a copy;
  2. Change passwords and security questions for online accounts;
  3. Regularly review account statements for signs of fraud or unauthorized activity;
  4. Monitor credit reports for signs of identity theft; and
  5. Contact a credit bureau(s) to request a temporary fraud alert.

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