Valley Radiology Consultants Medical Group, a diagnostic imaging and pain management practice serving patients at multiple locations throughout San Diego County, California, has notified patients of a data security incident in which patient files were accessed by an unauthorized actor. If you received a notification letter from Valley Radiology, your personal and medical information may have been compromised — and you may have legal rights.
What Happened?
On or around September 15, 2025, Valley Radiology detected suspicious activity on its computer systems. Upon discovery, the organization immediately secured its systems and engaged a specialized third-party cybersecurity firm to conduct a comprehensive forensic investigation into the nature and scope of the incident.
The investigation found evidence that certain files, including patient files, were accessed by an unauthorized actor. Valley Radiology finalized the list of individuals to notify on February 18, 2026. Notification letters were mailed to affected individuals on February 26, 2026, and the breach was reported to the California Attorney General on March 2, 2026.
What Information Was Exposed?
Valley Radiology’s official notice does not publicly disclose the specific types of personal information that may have been involved. The types of information potentially impacted are identified individually in each recipient’s notification letter. If you received a notification, please review your letter carefully for the specific information that may have been affected in your case.
What Is Valley Radiology Doing?
Since the discovery of the incident, Valley Radiology disconnected all access to its network, changed passwords, enhanced systems security, and took additional steps to mitigate the risk of future harm.
In response to the incident, Valley Radiology is providing affected individuals with access to complimentary single-bureau credit monitoring, credit report, and credit score services at no charge, along with proactive fraud assistance. These services are provided by Cyberscout, a TransUnion company, and are available for 12 months from the date of enrollment.
Your Rights as an Affected Individual
Healthcare data breaches are serious matters under both HIPAA and California state law. Valley Radiology, as a medical practice handling sensitive imaging and diagnostic records, is subject to strict requirements to safeguard patient information. When those protections fail, affected patients have the right to understand what occurred and to seek accountability. Depending on your circumstances, you may be entitled to compensation for:
- The unauthorized access to your personal and protected health information
- Costs associated with credit monitoring and identity protection
- Actual financial losses resulting from identity theft or fraud
- Emotional distress caused by the exposure of your private medical information
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