Central Kentucky Radiology reports hacking incident affecting 166,953 individuals
Central Kentucky Radiology, a physician-owned radiology group in Kentucky, filed a breach notification with HHS OCR on June 13, 2025. The filing reports a hacking/IT incident that compromised a network server, exposing the protected health information of 166,953 individuals. While the submission date is June 2025, secondary sources indicate the underlying incident occurred in October 2024. Healthcare administrators, particularly those running imaging practices, diagnostic labs, or provider networks, should note this risk profile. This event highlights the vulnerability of network servers to unauthorized access. Review your own incident response plans and ensure your IT teams are monitoring for similar vulnerabilities. Verify that your security protocols align with current best practices for protecting patient data in digital health environments.