Radiology Associates of Richmond Confirms Data Breach Affecting 1.4 Million Patients

A cyberattack against Virginia-based Radiology Associates of Richmond compromised sensitive information of over a million individuals.

Ruthless cyberattack hits radiology practice

Radiology Associates of Richmond (RAR), a Virginia-based radiology provider with over a century of service, has revealed a major data breach affecting 1.4 million people.

The breach, traced back to unauthorized access between April 2 and April 6 of last year, exposed both personal and medical information stored in the organization’s systems.

Founded in 1905, RAR offers diagnostic imaging and interventional procedures across hospitals and outpatient clinics in the Richmond region.

Investigation uncovers sensitive data exposure

The healthcare provider launched an internal investigation, backed by cybersecurity experts. The probe, which ended May 2, confirmed that projected health information (PHI) was among the compromised data. While RAR has yet to disclose the full extent of the breach, exposed information includes details governed under HIPAA regulations.

Although there is currently no evidence that the stolen data has been misused, RAR took swift measures to bolster its digital resolve and contain further risk, officially notifying affected individuals starting July 1.

Preventive measures and support for affected individuals

To support those impacted by the data breach, especially individuals whose Social Security Numbers (SSNs) were compromised, the provider offered complimentary credit monitoring services.

RAR has urged patients to watch out for irregularities in their financial and healthcare records.

The importance of preparedness amid growing breaches

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That’s not to say you shouldn’t prepare. Dedicated software like Bitdefender Digital Identity Protection can give you the upper hand by letting you see the full extent of your online data.

It constantly scans both the public and Dark Web for your data, including traces from services you no longer use. It notifies you if you have been compromised in a breach and helps you easily patch weak spots in your digital footprint.