Heart of America Medical Center Data Breach Investigation

The data privacy attorneys at The Lyon Firm are investigating an alleged data breach at Heart of America Medical Center (HAMC). Reports suggest that on August 06, 2025, the Embargo ransomware group may have targeted the facility, potentially compromising 800 GB of sensitive patient data. Contact our legal team to learn more and to consider taking legal action. We represent clients in all fifty states.

What Happened at Heart of America Medical Center?

Embargo, a known cybercriminal group, may have infiltrated HAMC’s systems and exfiltrated data, including personal health information (PHI) such as names, medical records, and possibly health insurance details. At the time of writing, we have no confirmation and no news on the exact scope of the breach.

If confirmed, this incident could potentially affect thousands of patients across HAMC’s Rugby, Dunseith, and Maddock locations. The hospital has not yet issued an official statement. Under HIPAA, healthcare providers must safeguard PHI, and a breach could lead to legal action if IT security negligence is suspected.

If you’re an HAMC patient, it is prudent to monitor your accounts for unusual activity and consider credit monitoring. Contacting legal experts could clarify your rights, particularly if data breach notifications are issued.

Heart of America Medical Center (HAMC) is a critical access hospital located in Rugby, North Dakota, providing a wide range of healthcare services across three clinic locations in Rugby, Dunseith, and Maddock, North Dakota. HAMC offers emergency medicine, hospice, radiology, physical therapy, and specialty services like cancer treatment and pain management.