Minnesota Epilepsy Group Data Breach – Investigated by Federman & Sherwood
June 23, 2026 – Federman & Sherwood, a national consumer protection law firm, is investigating the Minnesota Epilepsy Group data breach, a cybersecurity incident involving unauthorized access to sensitive patient information that was reported to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.
According to the filing, the Minnesota Epilepsy Group data breach resulted from a hacking/IT incident involving a network server. The breach reportedly affected approximately 80,061 individuals.
Healthcare cybersecurity incidents involving network servers can expose protected health information and other sensitive personal data, potentially placing affected individuals at risk of identity theft, medical fraud, insurance fraud, and unauthorized use of confidential healthcare information.
Federman & Sherwood is actively investigating whether Minnesota Epilepsy Group, P.A. implemented reasonable cybersecurity safeguards to protect patient information and whether this data security incident could have been prevented. The firm is also evaluating potential legal claims on behalf of individuals affected by the Minnesota Epilepsy Group data breach.
Specialty medical practices maintain extensive patient records that may contain sensitive medical histories, treatment information, insurance data, and personal identifying information. As a result, cybersecurity incidents affecting healthcare providers can have significant consequences for affected individuals.
Consumers who received a notice regarding the Minnesota Epilepsy Group data breach or who believe their personal or medical information may have been compromised are encouraged to monitor healthcare statements, explanation of benefits records, financial accounts, and credit reports for suspicious activity.
The potentially compromised information may include:
- Names
- Social Security numbers
- Medical information
- Health insurance information
- Other sensitive information
What is Minnesota Epilepsy Group?
The Minnesota Epilepsy Group is the largest and most comprehensive adult and pediatric epilepsy program in the Midwest, designated as a Level 4 Epilepsy Center.
Individuals affected by the Minnesota Epilepsy Group data breach may have legal rights and are encouraged to contact Federman & Sherwood to learn more about their options.
Phone: 1-800-237-1277 | Email: info@federmanlaw.com