Data Breach at Greater Pittsburgh Orthopedic Associates Raises Serious Privacy and Security Concerns

Greater Pittsburgh Orthopedic Associates Inc. (GPOA), a longstanding medical practice serving patients in and around Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, recently disclosed a major data breach that may have exposed confidential information for nearly 57,000 people nationwide.

In today’s digital healthcare environment, patients trust medical providers with some of their most sensitive and personal information, details that go far beyond basic contact data and often include Social Security numbers, insurance records, and private medical histories. 

When that trust is broken, the consequences can be serious and long-lasting. Unfortunately, incidents like the data breach involving Greater Pittsburgh Orthopedic Associates are a growing problem. As healthcare organizations collect and store more data, failures to adequately protect it can leave patients vulnerable to identity theft, financial fraud, and misuse of their medical information, often without warning.

If you or a loved one had your sensitive data exposed, you may have legal options. Contact Morgan & Morgan for a free case evaluation if you suffered damages as a result of a healthcare company’s negligent or inadequate data security.

What Happened With the Pittsburgh Orthopedic Associates Data Breach?

On August 10, 2025, GPOA detected unauthorized access to its computer systems. Subsequent investigation determined that the incident was a ransomware attack carried out by a threat actor claiming responsibility under the name RansomHouse, which later posted about the breach on the dark web.

Though the attack occurred last year, affected individuals were not notified until early February 2026, when written breach notices began to be mailed. The breach was also reported to the Attorneys General in states including Maine, Massachusetts, and Vermont.

Who Was Impacted by the Pittsburgh Orthopedic Associates Data Breach?

According to regulatory disclosures and state filings, 56,954 individuals across the United States were impacted by the breach. This included a small number of residents in Maine and Massachusetts.

The data exposed in the attack is particularly sensitive, including:

• Names
• Mailing addresses
• Social Security numbers
• Provider names
• Medical records and other protected health information (PHI)

This type of information is often highly valuable on illicit markets and can significantly increase the risk of identity theft, medical fraud, and other forms of financial or privacy harm.

The GPOA’s Response to the Data Breach

In response to the breach, Greater Pittsburgh Orthopedic Associates is offering complimentary credit monitoring and identity protection services, typically through a third-party provider, for up to 24 months to help affected individuals monitor and safeguard their financial identity.

Affected individuals are also urged to:

• Monitor their financial accounts and credit reports for unusual activity
• Consider placing fraud alerts or security freezes with credit bureaus
• Use identity protection tools, such as an IRS Identity Protection PIN
• Review medical bills or Explanation of Benefits (EOBs) for unauthorized entries

Your Legal Rights and Potential Compensation

Data breaches involving protected health information and personally identifiable information often raise questions about whether adequate safeguards were in place. 

When organizations entrusted with sensitive data fail to protect it, affected individuals may have legal options, including the right to pursue compensation for financial losses, time spent mitigating identity theft, and other damages associated with the breach.

At Morgan & Morgan, our data breach and privacy attorneys understand the financial and emotional toll a cyberattack can take. If you received a notice stating your information was impacted, you may be entitled to legal recourse. 

We can help you evaluate whether GPOA had sufficient security measures in place, what types of harms you’ve experienced as a result of the breach, and whether you qualify to pursue claims for compensation.

How to Protect Yourself After a Healthcare Data Breach

Even when a breach notification offers credit monitoring, victims should take additional proactive steps to protect themselves:

1. Enroll in the free services offered and follow the enrollment instructions carefully.
2. Check your credit reports regularly with all three major credit bureaus — Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion.
3. Review your medical records and EOBs for any services you didn’t receive.
4. Update account credentials and enable security features like two-factor authentication.
5. Stay vigilant for phishing emails, suspicious calls, or unfamiliar bills linked to your identity.

Identity theft and medical fraud can emerge months or even years after the initial breach, so ongoing vigilance is key.

If you believe your sensitive information was exposed in this incident and want to learn more about your rights or whether you qualify to pursue a claim, contact Morgan & Morgan for a free case evaluation. Our experienced team can walk you through your options and may be able to help you seek the justice and compensation you deserve.