The Smith Institute for Urology Data Breach – Investigated by Federman & Sherwood
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma (June 5, 2025) – Federman & Sherwood, a national law firm that handles complex data privacy and cybersecurity matters, is investigating a data breach involving The Smith Institute for Urology, a healthcare provider based in New York.
According to a report filed with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services on May 28, 2025, The Smith Institute for Urology experienced an unauthorized access/disclosure incident involving a desktop computer. The breach impacted the protected health information (PHI) of approximately 2,263 individuals.
As a healthcare provider, The Smith Institute for Urology is required to implement strict safeguards to protect patient data under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). The unauthorized access to a desktop computer raises serious concerns about the security protocols in place and the potential exposure of sensitive information such as patient names, treatment details, and other confidential medical records.
Federman & Sherwood is actively investigating the circumstances surrounding this incident to determine the scope of the breach and assess whether The Smith Institute took appropriate measures to protect patient data. The firm is evaluating potential legal claims on behalf of individuals affected by the breach.
The compromised information may have included:
- Name
- Social Security numbers
- Medical information
- Health insurance information
- Financial information
- Other sensitive information
What is The Smith Institute for Urology?
The Smith Institute for Urology (part of Northwell Health) provides comprehensive urologic care for a variety of conditions affecting the urinary and reproductive systems. It offers both medical and surgical management, including treatment for prostate, kidney, bladder, and testicular cancers, as well as conditions like kidney stones, urinary tract infections, and enlarged prostates.
If you were notified of this breach or suspect your medical information may have been compromised, Federman & Sherwood encourages you to contact the firm to learn more about your legal rights and available remedies.
For more information, please contact:
FEDERMAN & SHERWOOD
Phone: (405) 235-1560
Email : info@federmanlaw.com
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