ViaQuest Psychiatric & Behavioral Solutions Suffers Data Breach Affecting 6,420 Individuals
Shamis & Gentile P.A., a class action law firm specializing in data breach cases, is investigating a cybersecurity incident involving ViaQuest Psychiatric & Behavioral Solutions, an Ohio-based provider of mental and behavioral health services.
About ViaQuest
ViaQuest offers psychiatric and behavioral health services to children, adolescents, adults, and older adults across multiple Ohio locations, including Dayton, Dublin, Cincinnati, and Perrysburg. The company provides therapy, psychiatric assessments, medication management, and mental health nursing in various settings, such as offices, homes, and nursing facilities.
The Breach
On May 8, 2026, ViaQuest reported a data breach to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), disclosing that the incident exposed the personally identifiable information (PII) and protected health information (PHI) of at least 6,420 individuals. Compromised data may include:
- Full names
- Addresses
- Email addresses
- Social Security numbers
- Medical records
- Health insurance details
Impact & Legal Response
Affected individuals may be eligible for compensation due to potential damages, including lost time, out-of-pocket expenses, or emotional distress. Legal representatives are actively investigating the breach to determine liability and pursue claims on behalf of impacted parties.
Source: https://www.claimdepot.com/investigations/viaquest-data-breach-2026
ViaQuest, Inc. cybersecurity rating report: https://www.rankiteo.com/company/viaquest
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