On December 22, 2023, ProSmile Holdings, LLC issued a press release describing a recent data security incident. In this notice, ProSmile explains that the incident resulted in an unauthorized party being able to access consumers’ sensitive information, which includes their names, dates of birth, Social Security numbers, driver's license numbers, financial account numbers, payment card numbers, medical treatment information, clinical information, prescription information, and health insurance information. Upon completing its investigation, ProSmile began sending out data breach notification letters to all individuals whose information was affected by the recent data security incident.
If you received a data breach notification from ProSmile Holdings, LLC, it is essential you understand what is at risk and what you can do about it. A data breach lawyer can help you learn more about how to protect yourself from becoming a victim of fraud or identity theft, as well as discuss your legal options following the ProSmile data breach. For more information, please see our recent piece on the topic here.
What Caused the ProSmile Data Breach?
The ProSmile data breach was only recently announced, and more information is expected soon. However, ProSmile’s website notice entitled “ProSmile Holdings, LLC Provides Notice Following Data Security Incident” provides some important information on what led up to the breach.
According to this source, on July 22, 2022, ProSmile discovered a possible data security incident involving its email server. In response, ProSmile enlisted the help of third-party data security specialists to assist with the company’s investigation and determine what, if any, patient data may have been subject to unauthorized access.
After learning that sensitive consumer data was accessible to an unauthorized party, ProSmile reviewed the compromised files to determine what information was leaked and which consumers were impacted. While the breached information varies depending on the individual, it may include your name, date of birth, Social Security number, driver's license number, financial account number, payment card number, medical treatment information, clinical information, prescription information, and health insurance information.
On December 22, 2023, ProSmile sent out data breach letters to anyone who was affected by the recent data security incident. These letters should provide victims with a list of what information belonging to them was compromised.
More Information About ProSmile Holdings, LLC
ProSmile Holdings, LLC is a dental service organization based in Toms River, New Jersey. ProSmile ProSmile is the fastest-growing dental service organization on the East Coast. ProSmile operates over 80 locations in four states, including New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Maryland. ProSmile employs more than 1,400 people and generates approximately $204 million in annual revenue.
