PET Imaging Data Breach Lawsuit Investigation
Did you recently receive a PET Imaging data-breach notice? An email-phishing attack has exposed highly sensitive personal and medical details for nearly 16,000 patients. Find out if you can file a claim
What Happened?
On May 9, 2025, PET Imaging of Houston learned that its parent company, Integrated Oncology Network (ION), had suffered a phishing incident that compromised a “limited” number of employee email and Microsoft SharePoint accounts between December 13–16, 2024. A forensic review confirmed that threat actors accessed messages and files containing protected health information (PHI) and personally identifiable information (PII).
Scope of the Breach
- Incident dates: December 13–16, 2024
- Discovery date: May 9, 2025
- Total individuals affected: 15,940 (nationwide)
- Regulatory reports filed:
- Texas Attorney General – July 1, 2025
- U.S. Department of Health & Human Services – June 27, 2025
- Notification letters mailed: June 27, 2025
What Information Was Exposed?
The compromised email and SharePoint accounts contained a broad mix of PHI and PII, including:
- Full names and residential addresses
- Social Security numbers and government ID details
- Dates of birth
- Medical diagnoses, lab results, medications & treatment dates
- Health-insurance and claims information
- Financial account information
Which PET Imaging Locations Are Affected?
Public disclosures list the following impacted sites:
- PET Imaging of Houston Medical Center
- PET Imaging of Dallas Northeast
- PET Imaging of Tulsa
- PET Imaging of The Woodlands
- PET Imaging of Northern Colorado
- PET Imaging of Sugar Land
Company Response
ION reports that it contained the intrusion, retained cybersecurity specialists, and reviewed every potentially impacted email and file. The company has:
- Implemented additional phishing-awareness training for staff
- Set up a dedicated assistance line at 855-361-0308 (Mon–Fri, 8 a.m.–8 p.m. CT)
- Advised patients to monitor medical explanations of benefits (EOBs) and credit reports
Your Rights & Next Steps
If you received a notice or believe your data was involved, you have important legal and financial protections. Act quickly to minimize the risk of identity theft and medical fraud.
Recommended Actions
- Review insurance statements for unfamiliar services.
- Contact providers immediately about any suspicious charges.
- Place a free fraud alert or credit freeze with Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion.
- Enroll in any complimentary credit-monitoring services offered.
- Document out-of-pocket costs (phone calls, postage, credit fees) related to the breach.
Potential for Compensation
Victims may sue to recover:
- Unreimbursed fraud losses or medical-identity theft expenses
- Time spent resolving fraud or monitoring accounts
- Credit-monitoring and identity-theft-protection costs
- Emotional distress and risk of future harm
FAQ — PET Imaging Data Breach
How do I know if PET Imaging exposed my data?
ION mailed letters beginning June 27, 2025. If your contact details were current, you should have received one. You can also call 855-361-0308 for confirmation.
What specific data did hackers obtain from PET Imaging?
Names, addresses, Social Security numbers, dates of birth, financial account numbers, and extensive medical information stored in employee email and SharePoint files.
Has PET Imaging offered free credit monitoring?
The company states it is providing complimentary credit-monitoring/identity-protection services. Enrollment instructions are included in the mailed notice.
Can I sue PET Imaging for the data breach?
Potentially. U.S. privacy laws allow victims to pursue damages when negligence leads to exposure of PII/PHI. An attorney can evaluate your eligibility to join a class action or individual claim.
What is the deadline to file a PET Imaging breach claim?
Deadlines vary by state and the type of legal action. It is best to act quickly—consult a lawyer as soon as possible after receiving your notice.