Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas (BCBSTX) Data Breach – Investigated by Federman & Sherwood
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma (April 17, 2025) – Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas (BCBSTX) has confirmed a data breach that compromised the personal information of 12,086 Texas residents. The breach was officially reported to The Texas Attorney General and subsequently added to the state’s data breach notification database on Tuesday, April 15, 2025.
According to a statement provided to the Dallas Morning News, the breach occurred through the company’s Blue Access for Members (BAM) online portal, a platform used by policyholders to manage their health insurance benefits and access personal account details. The unauthorized access took place over an extended period, beginning on November 8, 2024, and continuing until March 5, 2025.
BCBSTX has not disclosed the exact nature of the compromised data; however, breaches of this type often involve sensitive personal information, including names, member identification numbers, contact information, and possibly health-related or financial details. The company has stated that it is investigating the incident and taking steps to enhance the security of its systems to prevent future occurrences. Impacted individuals are expected to receive notification letters with details about the breach and any support services being offered.
Federman & Sherwood is currently leading a comprehensive investigation into the data breach to assess the full scope of the incident, including whether additional information was compromised and the broader implications of the exposure. The firm strongly encourages all impacted individuals and organizations to remain vigilant and take proactive measures to protect their personal, medical, and financial information.
The type of information potentially exposed includes:
- Name
- Social Security number
- Date of birth
- Contact information (phone number, email, address)
- Financial information
- Other sensitive information
What is Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas (BCBSTX)?
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas (BCBSTX) is a statewide, customer-owned health insurance company. It provides health insurance coverage to individuals, families, and employers in Texas.
If you’ve received a data breach notification and want to better understand its potential consequences, learn about your legal rights, or consider joining related legal action, Federman & Sherwood is available to help. The firm is actively investigating the incident and assessing potential claims on behalf of individuals whose personal or financial information may have been affected.
To speak with a member of our legal team or to request more information, please contact us by email at info@federmanlaw.com or visit our website at www.federmanlaw.com.
We are committed to helping affected individuals seek justice and accountability.
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