A major data breach at Laboratory Services Cooperative (LSC), a non-profit medical organization, has compromised the personal and sensitive information of around 1.6 million people.

LSC, which offers laboratory testing services for various Planned Parenthood centers, has alerted that individuals who visited these centers and had lab tests done—or were referred for such procedures—might be affected by the breach.

“If you, or someone whose healthcare costs you manage, went to one of these centers and received lab work or were referred for testing, your information could be involved in this incident,” LSC indicated in a recent press statement.

It is crucial to emphasize that not every Planned Parenthood location was impacted. LSC has clarified that only those centers using its lab testing services could be part of the breach.

To help those who might be affected, LSC has established a specialized website featuring frequently asked questions and more information about the breach, including a listing of states where it collaborates with Planned Parenthood.

The type of data that has been compromised varies by individual but could encompass:

Medical and Clinical Information:
– Service dates
– Diagnoses and treatments
– Medical record identifiers
– Laboratory results
– Patient or accession identifiers
– Details about providers and treatment locations

Health Insurance Information:
– Types and names of insurance plans
– Names of insurance providers
– Member and group ID numbers

Billing, Claims, and Payment Information:
– Billing information and claim numbers
– Bank account details (including bank name, account, and routing numbers)
– Payment card information
– Billing codes and account standings

Additional Identifiers:
– Social Security numbers
– Driver’s license or state identification numbers
– Passport numbers
– Birthdates
– Demographic information
– Student ID identifiers
– Other government-issued identifiers

In light of the breach, LSC is providing complimentary credit monitoring and medical identity protection services for those potentially affected. Individuals worried about their data can access LSC’s support website for further information and resources.

For additional guidance on steps to take if your personal information has been compromised, you can also refer to this useful resource: What to do if you give your information to a scammer.