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The Health Trust & it's subsidiary FASS data breach investigation
The Health Trust and its subsidiary FASS reported a data security incident in August 2026 involving highly sensitive personal and medical data. This breach raises serious questions about the protections in place for individuals' private health information, which could lead to identity theft and medical fraud.
- Filed
- August 26, 2026
- Regulator
- Indiana AG
- People affected
- Not stated
- File status
- Monitoring
What the filing confirms
- The Health Trust & it's subsidiary FASS reported the incident to the Indiana 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.
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.
Investigation notes
On August 26, 2026, The Health Trust and its subsidiary FASS officially reported a data security incident to Indiana authorities. This filing confirmed that an unauthorized party gained access to their systems on or about March 26, 2025, potentially compromising highly sensitive personal and health information. Our firm is investigating the circumstances surrounding this breach, focusing on the security measures that were in place.
The compromised data reported includes Full Name, Date of Birth, Social Security Number, Medical Record Number, Health Insurance ID Number, Diagnosis and Treatment Information, Prescription Information, and Provider and Treatment Dates. The extensive nature of this exposed data creates significant concern for affected individuals.
Such a combination of exposed data types can lead to various forms of harm. Medical Record Numbers, Diagnosis and Treatment Information, and Prescription Information could be exploited for medical identity theft, leading to fraudulent claims or incorrect medical histories. Meanwhile, compromised Social Security Numbers, Full Names, and Dates of Birth open the door to financial fraud, tax identity theft, and other long-term personal security risks.
As organizations handling protected health information, The Health Trust and FASS are bound by federal laws like HIPAA and HITECH, along with Indiana state regulations, to safeguard this sensitive data. These laws mandate robust security protocols, including administrative, physical, and technical safeguards. The occurrence of this breach signals a potential failure in upholding these duties, warranting a closer look at the adequacy of their cybersecurity infrastructure.
If you have received a data breach notification letter from The Health Trust or FASS, it confirms your information was involved in this incident. Understanding your legal rights and available options is crucial. We encourage you to seek a confidential review of your situation to discuss potential next steps.
What our attorneys examine
A cyberattack does not excuse a company from protecting the information it holds. We look at whether The Health Trust & it's subsidiary FASS 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 Indiana.
The Health Trust & it's subsidiary FASS data breach questions
- How many people were affected by the The Health Trust & it's subsidiary FASS 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. Your own letter is the best guide to what was exposed about you, since notices are usually tailored to each person.
- Is the The Health Trust & it's subsidiary FASS data breach letter legit or a scam?
- A notice from The Health Trust & it's subsidiary FASS in the mail matches the breach The Health Trust & it's subsidiary FASS reported to the Indiana Attorney General on August 26, 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 The Health Trust & it's subsidiary FASS through a phone number or website you find yourself.
- Did The Health Trust & it's subsidiary FASS offer free credit monitoring?
- Check your letter from The Health Trust & it's subsidiary FASS. 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 The Health Trust & it's subsidiary FASS 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 The Health Trust & it's subsidiary FASS. 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 The Health Trust & it's subsidiary FASS 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 The Health Trust & it's subsidiary FASS breach notice?
- The Health Trust & it's subsidiary FASS's report is published by the Indiana Attorney General: https://www.in.gov/attorneygeneral/consumer-protection-division/id-theft-prevention/security-breaches/#9the-health-trust-its-subsidiary-fass-2026 Compare it with the letter you received to confirm the dates and details match.
- Do I need a The Health Trust & it's subsidiary FASS 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 The Health Trust & it's subsidiary FASS over the data breach?
- It depends on what was exposed, the law in Indiana 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 The Health Trust & it's subsidiary FASS data breach settlement or claim be worth?
- There is no set amount, and no The Health Trust & it's subsidiary FASS 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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