Medicare portal database exposed Social Security numbers: reports
Summary
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) accidentally made Social Security numbers of at least 100 health providers public on their website. After learning about this from The Washington Post, CMS removed the affected webpage to protect the information.Key Facts
- CMS runs a website called the National Provider Directory.
- This website helps seniors find healthcare professionals.
- At least 100 healthcare providers had their Social Security numbers shown on the site by mistake.
- The Washington Post alerted CMS about the problem.
- CMS responded by taking down the webpage to prevent further exposure.
- The error exposed sensitive personal information.
- CMS is responsible for Medicare and Medicaid services in the U.S.
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