Edwards County Medical Center Data Breach – Investigated by Federman & Sherwood
September 1, 2026 – Federman & Sherwood, a national consumer protection law firm, is investigating the Edwards County Medical Center data breach following a notification filed with the Massachusetts Office of Consumer Affairs and Business Regulation.
According to the filing, approximately four Massachusetts residents were affected, with additional individuals potentially affected nationwide. The information potentially compromised includes Social Security numbers and medical records.
The exposure of Social Security numbers and medical information may increase the risk of identity theft, medical identity theft, financial fraud, and other forms of misuse.
Federman & Sherwood is investigating whether Edwards County Medical Center implemented reasonable cybersecurity safeguards to protect sensitive patient information and whether additional measures could have prevented the incident.
The potentially compromised information may include:
- Names
- Social Security numbers
- Medical information
- Health insurance information
- Other sensitive information
What is Edwards County Medical Center?
Edwards County Medical Center operates as a 12-bed Critical Access Hospital providing round-the-clock emergency care, inpatient and outpatient treatment, and rural health clinic services in Kinsley, Kansas.
Individuals affected by the Edwards County Medical Center data breach may have legal rights and are encouraged to contact Federman & Sherwood.
Phone: 1-800-237-1277 | Email: info@federmanlaw.com