Photon Health Data Breach Notice: What Happened and Your Legal Options
Got a data breach notice from Photon Health?
Dapeer Law, P.A. is investigating a potential class action against Photon Health, which lists a New York, New York address in its Texas filing, on behalf of individuals whose personal information may have been involved in a data security incident Photon Health reported to the Texas Attorney General.
Latest on the Photon Health data breach
- : Dapeer Law opened its investigation following notice filings posted by the Texas Attorney General.
Who qualifies for the Photon Health data breach investigation
You may be eligible to participate in a class action if any of the following applies:
- You received a data breach notification letter from Photon Health.
- Your letter may describe a credit monitoring offer; the state filings do not say whether one was made.
- Photon Health reported to the Texas Attorney General that names of individuals, addresses, medical information and dates of birth may have been involved.
- No proof of harm required to consult with counsel. You do not need to have already suffered identity theft to explore your legal options.
- Excluded: individuals who did not receive a breach notice and whose information was not involved in the incident.
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What happened in the Photon Health data breach
Photon Health reported a data security incident to the Texas Attorney General. In the report, posted by the Texas Attorney General on October 23, 2026, Photon Health reported 3,085 affected individuals, and the filing lists 3,085 Texans affected. The Texas filing lists names of individuals, addresses, medical information and dates of birth as the types of personal information involved. According to the Texas filing, the breach started on August 9, 2026, ended on August 10, 2026, and was discovered on August 21, 2026. The Texas filing says consumers were notified by U.S. Mail.
The Texas filing does not say how the incident happened, does not give a date for the notices, and does not say whether Photon Health offered credit monitoring. Check your letter, which may list what was involved for you and any offer made to you.
What to do if you got a Photon Health data breach notice
Keep your notice letter
Do not discard it. It is the only copy of what was sent to you, and important evidence if you decide to take part in a lawsuit.
Check your letter for a credit monitoring offer
The state filings do not say whether Photon Health offered credit monitoring. If your letter includes an offer, note the enrollment deadline. Accepting it does not waive your right to pursue legal action.
Place a fraud alert or credit freeze
Contact Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion to place a fraud alert or freeze on your file. Request a free weekly credit report from AnnualCreditReport.com, and use the FTC's IdentityTheft.gov recovery guide.
Speak with a data breach attorney
Consultations with Dapeer Law are free and confidential. We'll review your notice, explain your options, and advise whether you may be eligible to join a class action.
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Photon Health breach timeline
Compensation you may be entitled to
Out-of-pocket expenses
Credit freezes, identity restoration services, and other costs incurred responding to the breach.
Time spent monitoring
Hours spent reviewing accounts, disputing fraudulent charges, and dealing with identity theft issues.
Identity theft & fraud losses
Unreimbursed funds stolen from accounts, unauthorized credit lines, or tax refund fraud tied to the breach.
Statutory damages
Certain state data breach and consumer protection statutes provide for fixed damages regardless of actual loss.
Injunctive relief
Court orders requiring Photon Health to implement stronger data security practices going forward.
Compensation categories depend on applicable state law, the types of data exposed, and documented losses. No recovery is guaranteed.
Photon Health data breach FAQ
I received a data breach letter from Photon Health. What should I do? +
Keep the letter, check it for any monitoring offer and its deadline, review your statements, consider a fraud alert or freeze, and contact a data breach attorney.
Is the Photon Health data breach notice real or a scam? +
Photon Health has reported this incident to the Texas Attorney General. Compare your notice to the official filing linked in Sources below, and use only contact details printed in your letter or in that filing. Be cautious of unexpected calls, texts or emails about the breach that ask for your Social Security number or account login. If you are unsure, send your notice to Dapeer Law for a free review.
Am I eligible to join a class action against Photon Health? +
If you received a breach notice from Photon Health about this incident, you are likely eligible for a free case evaluation. Eligibility depends on your state of residence, the categories of your data that were involved, and any losses you have suffered. Dapeer Law will review your situation at no cost.
How much money could I receive from a class action lawsuit? +
Prior data breach settlements have ranged from a few hundred to several thousand dollars per person, depending on the information involved and any documented losses. No recovery is guaranteed.
What personal information was exposed in the breach? +
The Texas filing lists names of individuals, addresses, medical information and dates of birth as the types of personal information involved. Your letter may list what was involved for you.
Did Photon Health offer free credit monitoring? +
The state filings do not say whether Photon Health offered credit monitoring. Check your notice letter for any offer and its enrollment deadline.
How many people were affected by the Photon Health breach? +
Photon Health reported 3,085 affected individuals to the Texas Attorney General, and the Texas filing lists 3,085 Texans affected. This page will be updated as more information becomes available.
Is there a deadline to take legal action? +
Data breach claims are subject to time limits that vary by state, so it is best to have your situation reviewed promptly. Contact Dapeer Law for a free case review.
How do I get a copy of the official breach notice? +
Photon Health's notice letter is not posted on the Texas Attorney General website. The Texas Attorney General lists the report in its Data Security Breach Reports portal (linked in Sources below). If you received a letter but no longer have it, Dapeer Law can still review your situation.
Sources & references
- Official breach notice filing · Texas Attorney General, Data Security Breach Reports (Photon Health, record BR-0005440)
- Credit bureau freezes · Equifax · Experian · TransUnion
- Free weekly credit reports · AnnualCreditReport.com
- Identity theft recovery guide · FTC IdentityTheft.gov
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