Neurosurgical & Spine Institute Data Breach

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Neurosurgical & Spine Institute Data Breach Impacts Over 32,000 Patients

The Neurosurgical & Spine Institute of Savannah, a Georgia-based medical provider, has announced a data breach that exposed sensitive personal and medical information belonging to more than 32,000 individuals. If you received a breach notification from this provider, your private data may be at risk—and you may be entitled to compensation.

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What Happened?

Between June 1 and July 21, 2024, unauthorized individuals gained access to systems belonging to the Neurosurgical & Spine Institute, also known as The Neurological Institute of Savannah & Center for Spine, P.C. The breach was only recently discovered, prompting the practice to begin investigating the incident and notifying impacted patients.

The breach allowed outside parties to view and possibly steal protected health and personal information, putting patients at risk of identity theft and medical fraud.

On April 15, 2025, the provider posted a public notice on its website and confirmed plans to mail out breach notification letters to affected individuals.

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What Information Was Exposed?

While the specific data exposed varies by individual, the information potentially compromised includes:

• Full names
• Social Security numbers
• Dates of birth
• Medical record numbers
• Diagnoses and condition details
• MRI imaging and lab results
• CPT codes and procedure data
• Medication history
• Health insurance claim information
• Subscriber ID numbers

This type of data is highly sensitive and valuable to cybercriminals. It can be used to open fraudulent accounts, access healthcare services, file false insurance claims, and more.

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About Neurosurgical & Spine Institute

Founded in 1977 and based in Savannah, Georgia, the Neurosurgical & Spine Institute is a private medical practice that treats a wide range of neurological conditions, including:

• Brain tumors
• Stroke
• Epilepsy
• Spine and nerve disorders
• Neck and back injuries
• Pituitary tumors
• Birth defects and concussions

The practice employs more than 50 individuals and offers both surgical and nonsurgical treatment options.

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What You Should Do if You Were Affected

If you received a notification letter from the Neurosurgical & Spine Institute, you should act quickly to protect yourself:

1. Enroll in the complimentary credit monitoring services offered.
2. Monitor your medical and financial accounts for unusual activity.
3. Check your credit reports with the three major bureaus.
4. Be cautious of phishing scams or phone calls requesting personal information.

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Know Your Rights – You May Be Entitled to Compensation

Healthcare providers have a legal obligation to safeguard the personal and medical information of their patients. If you are one of the individuals affected by the Neurosurgical & Spine Institute data breach, you may be eligible for compensation related to:

• Out-of-pocket expenses
• Time spent monitoring or repairing credit
• Emotional distress
• Future costs tied to long-term identity protection
• Fraudulent use of your medical or personal information

At Pittman, Dutton, Hellums, Bradley & Mann, P.C., we represent victims of healthcare data breaches nationwide. Our attorneys are experienced in holding negligent medical providers accountable when their lack of security leads to patient harm.

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Contact Us Today for a Free Consultation

If you’ve been affected by the Neurosurgical & Spine Institute data breach, contact our team today to discuss your legal options. You may be eligible to join a lawsuit or pursue an individual claim.

Call us at (205) 322-8880 or visit our contact us page to schedule a free and confidential consultation. You pay nothing unless we recover compensation on your behalf. Let Pittman, Dutton, Hellums, Bradley & Mann, P.C. help you protect your future and pursue the justice you deserve.

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Links

[1] https://neurologicalinstitute.com/about_us/a_about.html

[2] https://neurologicalinstitute.com/notice.html

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