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Three Oaks Hospice of Fort Worth data breach investigation

Three Oaks Hospice of Fort Worth reported a data breach to the Texas Attorney General in 2026, confirming an unauthorized network intrusion that occurred in 2025. This incident exposed sensitive patient information, raising concerns about data security and potential risks for those affected.

Filed
September 21, 2026
Regulator
Texas AG
People affected
Not stated
File status
Monitoring

What the filing confirms

  • Three Oaks Hospice of Fort Worth reported the incident to the Texas Attorney General.
  • Information involved: Full Name, Date of Birth, Social Security Number, Medical Record Number, Health Insurance ID Number, Diagnosis and Treatment Information, Prescription Information, Provider and Treatment Dates, Home Address and Contact Information.

Still unknown

  • How many people were affected. The filing does not give a number.
  • What caused the incident beyond the description in the filing.
  • How the attackers got in, and whether basic safeguards such as multi-factor sign-in were in place.
Read the filing at the source

Investigation notes

Three Oaks Hospice of Fort Worth formally reported a data security incident to the Texas Attorney General on September 21, 2026, confirming an unauthorized network intrusion that occurred on July 16, 2025. This notification indicates that sensitive patient information entrusted to the hospice was compromised and accessed by an unauthorized party.

The compromised data categories include Full Name, Date of Birth, Social Security Number, Medical Record Number, Health Insurance ID Number, Diagnosis and Treatment Information, Prescription Information, Provider and Treatment Dates, and Home Address and Contact Information. Such a comprehensive exposure of personal and medical data can lead to significant risks, including identity theft, medical identity theft, and other forms of fraud.

As a healthcare provider, Three Oaks Hospice is legally bound by strict regulations like HIPAA, which mandate robust safeguards to protect patient confidentiality. The occurrence of this data breach raises serious questions about the adequacy of the security measures in place and whether these sensitive records were sufficiently protected against unauthorized access or exfiltration.

If you received an official data breach notification letter from Three Oaks Hospice of Fort Worth, it confirms that your private information was involved in this incident. This notification provides a critical basis to understand the potential harms you face and to consider your legal options.

Individuals whose data has been exposed have the right to investigate whether proper security protocols were maintained. Consulting with an attorney specializing in data breaches can help you understand your rights and determine if you are eligible to pursue a claim for the exposure of your sensitive personal and medical information.

What our attorneys examine

A cyberattack does not excuse a company from protecting the information it holds. We look at whether Three Oaks Hospice of Fort Worth used reasonable security, how long it kept the data, and how quickly it told the people affected. Those questions decide whether a class action or individual claim is possible. Read more on how ransomware lawsuits work, or browse other incident files in Texas.

Three Oaks Hospice of Fort Worth data breach questions

How many people were affected by the Three Oaks Hospice of Fort Worth data breach, and what was exposed?
The filing does not give a count of affected people and lists the following information as involved: Full Name, Date of Birth, Social Security Number, Medical Record Number, Health Insurance ID Number, Diagnosis and Treatment Information, Prescription Information, Provider and Treatment Dates, Home Address and Contact Information. Your own letter is the best guide to what was exposed about you, since notices are usually tailored to each person.
Is the Three Oaks Hospice of Fort Worth data breach letter legit or a scam?
A notice from Three Oaks Hospice of Fort Worth in the mail matches the breach Three Oaks Hospice of Fort Worth reported to the Texas Attorney General on September 21, 2026. Check that the company name and dates in your letter match that filing. A real notice of data security incident won't ask for your password, Social Security number or a payment — if it does, contact Three Oaks Hospice of Fort Worth through a phone number or website you find yourself.
Did Three Oaks Hospice of Fort Worth offer free credit monitoring?
Check your letter from Three Oaks Hospice of Fort Worth. If free credit or identity monitoring is offered, the enrollment code and deadline are printed in the notice itself. Because Social Security numbers are listed in this filing, identity monitoring and a credit freeze matter more than usual. Using the free service won't stop you from joining a lawsuit or settlement later.
Is there a Three Oaks Hospice of Fort Worth data breach class action lawsuit?
Law firms often open an investigation after a breach notice like this one, and a class action lawsuit may follow. This page doesn't confirm that a lawsuit has been filed against Three Oaks Hospice of Fort Worth. You usually don't have to join a class action to be included — if a settlement is reached, class members are notified and can file a claim.
What should I do after getting the Three Oaks Hospice of Fort Worth data breach notice?
Keep the letter and the envelope, and note the date it arrived. Freeze your credit with Equifax, Experian and TransUnion, change any passwords the notice mentions, and sign up for any free credit monitoring the letter offers. Then check whether you may have a claim.
Where can I see the official Three Oaks Hospice of Fort Worth breach notice?
Three Oaks Hospice of Fort Worth's report is published by the Texas Attorney General: https://oag.my.site.com/datasecuritybreachreport/apex/DataSecurityReportsPage#BR-0005343 Compare it with the letter you received to confirm the dates and details match.
Do I need a Three Oaks Hospice of Fort Worth data breach lawyer or attorney?
An attorney can read your notice and tell you whether a claim makes sense. A case review here is free, and data breach cases are usually handled on contingency, so there is no upfront cost.
Can I sue Three Oaks Hospice of Fort Worth over the data breach?
It depends on what was exposed, the law in Texas and your own state, and whether you've been harmed. Most people take part through a class action rather than suing alone. Keep your notification letter — it's the proof that connects you to the breach.
How much could a Three Oaks Hospice of Fort Worth data breach settlement or claim be worth?
There is no set amount, and no Three Oaks Hospice of Fort Worth settlement is confirmed here. In past data breach settlements, payments depended on what data was exposed and on documented losses — fraud, out-of-pocket costs and time spent dealing with the breach. The filing lists Full Name, Date of Birth, Social Security Number as involved. Keep receipts and records; they're what damages claims are built on.

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