Gardner Health Services Data Breach – Investigated by Federman & Sherwood
January 14, 2026– Federman & Sherwood is investigating a data breach involving Gardner Health Services, following a notification filed with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.
According to the filing, the incident involved unauthorized access or disclosure of information associated with a portable electronic device. Gardner Health Services reported that 6,197 individuals may have been affected. The breach was submitted to federal regulators on December 22, 2025.
The information potentially involved includes personal and/or protected health information maintained by the healthcare provider. Additional details regarding the specific data elements affected have not been publicly disclosed.
Federman & Sherwood is investigating whether Gardner Health Services implemented reasonable safeguards to protect sensitive information, whether the incident could have been prevented, and whether affected individuals may have legal claims.
The compromised information may have included:
- Full name
- Social Security number
- Medical information
- Health insurance information
- Other sensitive information
What is Gardner Health Services?
Gardner Health Services is a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) in California’s Santa Clara & San Mateo Counties, offering comprehensive, affordable medical, dental, behavioral health, and pharmacy services.
Individuals who received a data breach notification letter or believe they may have been affected are encouraged to contact Federman & Sherwood to learn more about their rights. The firm can be reached toll-free at 1-800-237-1277 or by email at info@federmanlaw.com.