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Breach Description
Top of the World Ranch Treatment Center Data Breach
Top of the World Ranch Treatment Center in Milan, Illinois, experienced a data breach that was discovered on November 17, 2022. The breach involved unauthorized access to an employee email account, which contained sensitive personal identifiable information and protected health information of over 1,900 individuals[3].
What Happened?
An unauthorized actor accessed sensitive information through an employee email account at Top of the World Ranch on November 17, 2022. The types of information exposed in the breach included names, Social Security numbers, health insurance information, medical information such as provider names, patient identification numbers, diagnosis, or treatment information[3].
Response to the Breach
Upon discovering the breach, Top of the World Ranch took immediate action to secure the affected email account by resetting the password and terminating all outside access. They also reviewed and upgraded the security of their email systems and implemented a plan to reinforce employee security awareness training. The facility began contacting individuals whose information may have been impacted on March 14, 2023[3].
Legal Investigation
Turke & Strauss LLP, a law firm specializing in data breach cases, is investigating the incident regarding the breach at Top of the World Ranch Treatment Center. They are reaching out to individuals affected by the breach to discuss potential legal remedies[3].
Steps for Affected Individuals
For those impacted by the Top of the World Ranch data breach, it is recommended to:
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Review the breach notification carefully and retain a copy.
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Enroll in any free credit monitoring services provided by the treatment center.
- Change passwords and security questions for online accounts.
- Regularly review account statements and monitor credit reports for signs of identity theft.
- Consider placing a fraud alert with credit bureaus.
Affected individuals have been offered complimentary identity theft protection and credit monitoring services for 12 months[3].
About Top of the World Ranch
Top of the World Ranch is an inpatient treatment center that offers a holistic approach to addiction treatment, including alcohol and drug addiction as well as mental and behavioral health disorders. The center provides a serene environment on a 315-acre estate with various amenities and programs tailored towards successful addiction recovery[3].
For more information or assistance, individuals can contact Top of the World Ranch directly or reach out to Turke & Strauss LLP[3].
Citations:
- https://www.topoftheworldranch.com
- https://www.kwqc.com/2023/04/18/top-world-ranch/
- https://www.turkestrauss.com/2023/04/06/top-of-the-world-ranch-treatment-center-data-breach-investigation/
- https://www.newsweek.com/rankings/americas-best-addiction-treatment-centers-2023
- https://recovery.com/top-of-the-world-ranch/
- https://www.wqad.com/article/news/local/fentanyl-awareness-day-2023/526-df0237ec-5287-4efa-8616-95127c36514e
- https://www.topoftheworldranch.com/fees-financing-options/
- https://healthitsecurity.com/news/82k-kroger-customers-impacted-by-healthcare-data-breach
- https://www.databreaches.net/top-of-the-world-ranch-treatment-center-notifies-patients-after-email-account-compromise/
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- https://www.linkedin.com/company/top-of-the-world-ranch-usa
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- https://recovery.org/providers/top-of-the-world-ranch-milan-1628214007/
- https://www.foxnews.com/travel/americas-top-10-weight-loss-resorts
- https://www.kwqc.com/authors/debbie-mcfadden/