Modernizing Medicine, Inc. Data Breach Lawsuit Investigation
Modernizing Medicine, Inc. (“ModMed”) has confirmed a cybersecurity incident that allowed an unauthorized third party to copy certain patient data stored on its podiatry servers. If you received a breach notification dated October 17, 2025 (in Massachusetts or Montana), our legal team wants to speak with you about potential compensation and identity-protection remedies.
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Key Facts of the Modernizing Medicine Data Breach
- Incident window: July 9 – July 10, 2025
- Discovery date: July 21, 2025
- Breach notice mailed: October 17, 2025
- Total individuals affected: 759 (including 737 Massachusetts residents and 22 Montana residents)
- Systems impacted: Podiatry practice servers managed by Modernizing Medicine
- Unauthorized activity: Third-party viewed and copied patient files
What Information Was Exposed?
The forensic investigation indicates the following data elements were involved (not every field applied to every person):
- Full name
- Address
- Date of birth
- Phone number
- Email address
- Health insurance details
- Medical record number & patient account number
- Date(s) of service, provider and practice name
- Billing or diagnostic codes
- Prescription/medication information
- Diagnosis and treatment information
Social Security numbers, financial account data, driver’s license numbers, government ID cards, and full medical records were not part of the compromised dataset.
How Did Modernizing Medicine Respond?
According to the company’s notifications:
- Immediately blocked further unauthorized access to the affected servers.
- Engaged a leading digital forensics firm to investigate.
- Notified federal law-enforcement authorities.
- Enhanced internal security controls and practices.
- Informed impacted healthcare providers beginning September 19, 2025.
Steps You Can Take Now
Modernizing Medicine states it is not aware of misuse of the stolen data. Nonetheless, you should consider the following protective measures:
- Review all statements from healthcare providers and insurers for unfamiliar services or charges.
- Report any questionable activity directly to the provider, insurer, or relevant financial institution.
- Refer to the company’s reference guide enclosed with the mailed notice for additional monitoring tips.
Your Legal Rights & Potential Compensation
Healthcare organizations hold a duty to safeguard protected health information. Affected patients may be entitled to:
- Reimbursement for out-of-pocket expenses and time spent addressing the breach
- Compensation for future identity-theft risks
- Stronger data-security commitments from Modernizing Medicine
Our investigation focuses on whether ModMed used reasonable security protocols and provided prompt, adequate notice as required by state and federal law.
Company Overview
Modernizing Medicine, Inc. is a Boca Raton–based healthcare software company offering specialty-specific electronic health record (EHR) solutions.
- Website: modmed.com
- Headquarters: 4850 Network Way, Suite 200, Boca Raton, FL, United States
- Founded: 2010
- Industry: Software (Healthcare IT)
- Employees: 1,001 – 5,000
- Privacy Policy: View
- Support / Contact: Contact Page
- Social Media: LinkedIn | X (Twitter) | Facebook | Instagram | YouTube
Frequently Asked Questions
How many people were affected by the Modernizing Medicine data breach?
The company reported that 759 individuals were impacted, including 737 Massachusetts residents and 22 Montana residents.
What data did Modernizing Medicine expose?
Exposed data may include name, address, date of birth, phone, email, insurance details, and specific medical information such as diagnosis codes and treatment details. Social Security numbers and financial accounts were not involved.
Has Modernizing Medicine offered identity-theft protection?
The breach notices do not mention complimentary credit monitoring or identity-protection services.
Can I join a lawsuit against Modernizing Medicine?
Possibly. Data-privacy laws allow victims to pursue monetary and injunctive relief when companies fail to safeguard sensitive information. Contact us for a free assessment.
What is the deadline to act?
Legal deadlines vary by state, but evidence preservation is critical. Speak with an attorney as soon as you receive a notice.
Next Steps
If you received the October 17 notice from Modernizing Medicine, complete our secure form or call our hotline today. Our attorneys will review your eligibility at no cost.
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