United Health Services of Delaware

Profile narrative

United Health Services of Delaware, also known as UHS of Delaware, is a healthcare provider headquartered in the United States. The organization operates hundreds of facilities across the country. It delivers medical services to patients and handles protected health information as part of its routine operations. This information includes full names, patient account and medical record numbers, admission and discharge dates, diagnosis statuses, and associated billing amounts. By managing such data, the organization supports clinical care, billing, and administrative functions for its patient population.

In May 2023, a vendor affiliated with United Health Services of Delaware fell victim to an email phishing attack, leading to unauthorized access to a user account. The breach resulted in the exposure of patient information comprising the same categories of data noted above. Following its investigation, the organization notified all affected individuals about the incident. The incident highlights the organization's reliance on third‑party vendors and the associated risks to the security of protected health information. While the breach prompted a response and notification process, no further details about ownership structure or parent‑subsidiary relationships are provided in the available sources.

Incidents

2 incidents linked to this organisation.