Health Payment Systems, Inc. Data Breach – Investigated by Federman & Sherwood
August 4, 2026 – Federman & Sherwood, a national consumer protection law firm, is investigating the Health Payment Systems, Inc. data breach, a cybersecurity incident involving unauthorized access to sensitive healthcare information that was reported to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.
According to the filing, the Health Payment Systems, Inc. data breach resulted from a hacking/IT incident involving email. The breach reportedly affected approximately 9,380 individuals.
Business associates routinely maintain protected health information on behalf of healthcare providers and health plans. A cybersecurity incident involving email systems may expose sensitive patient information and increase the risk of identity theft, medical identity theft, insurance fraud, phishing attacks, and other forms of misuse.
Federman & Sherwood is actively investigating whether Health Payment Systems, Inc. implemented reasonable cybersecurity safeguards to protect protected health information entrusted to its care 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 Health Payment Systems, Inc. data breach.
Organizations that process healthcare payment information maintain highly confidential patient and financial records. Unauthorized access to these systems may have significant privacy and financial consequences for affected individuals.
Consumers who received a notice regarding the Health Payment Systems, Inc. data breach or who believe their personal or medical information may have been compromised are encouraged to monitor healthcare records, explanation of benefits statements, 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 Health Payment Systems, Inc.?
Health Payment Systems, Inc. (HPS) is a healthcare technology and services company that simplifies medical billing, consolidates statements, and guarantees provider payments through its PayMedix platform.
Individuals affected by the Health Payment Systems, Inc. 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