About the Incident.

On March 29, 2023, NSMLlearned of a potential data securityincident involving possible unauthorized access to certain computer systems. Upon learning of the potential incident,NSML quickly worked with external specialists to secure its systems and commenced an investigation to confirm the nature, scope, and impact of the incident. On May 12, 2023, the investigation determined that certain NSML data was potentially accessible to an unauthorized actor beginning on December 19, 2022. An unauthorized actor later used tools to copy certain data from NSML computersbetween March 17, 2023, and March 31, 2023. NSML subsequently conducted a thorough review of the contents of the potentially affected data to determine whether the data contains any sensitive personal or medical information and if so, to whom the information relates. Upon completion of this review, NSML worked to notify affected individuals.

What Information Was Involved?

NSML has no indication that the data affected by this incident has been used to commit any identity theft, fraud, or other harm to individuals. However, NSMLis providing notice of this incident out of an abundance of caution because the information that is present in the affected data may include patient specific data, such as: name, date of birth, and medical laboratory information.

What We Are Doing?

NSML takes very seriously its responsibility to safeguard the information it collects in providing services. As such, NSML responded immediately to this incident and is working diligently to provide accurate and complete notices of the incident as soon as possible to the appropriate individuals and entities. In addition, NSMLnotified law enforcement of the incident and continues to cooperate with the authorities' independent investigation efforts. As part of its ongoing commitment to the privacy and security of information in its care, NSML is reviewing its existing policies and training protocols relating to data protection. NSML also implemented enhanced security measures and monitoring tools to mitigate any risk associated with this incident and to better prevent similar incidents in the future. NSML is providing notice of this incident to potentially impacted individuals and to regulators, where required.

What You Can Do?

NSML sincerely regrets any inconvenience this incident may have caused. Although NSML is unaware of any misuse of information impacted by this incident, in accordance with best practices, individuals are encouraged to remain vigilant against incidents of identity theft and fraud by reviewing account statements, explanation of benefits, and free credit reports for unexpected activity or errors over the next 12 to 24 months. Any questionable activity detected should be reported to the associated insurance company, health care provider, or financial institution immediately.

For More Information.

Individuals seeking additional information regarding this incident can call NSML's dedicated, toll-free number at (888) 799-2094, Monday through Friday, 9 am to 9 pm Eastern Time. Individuals may also write to NSMLdirectly at: 463 Willis Avenue, Williston Park, NY 11596.

BEST PRACTICES

Although NSML is unaware of any misuse of personal information as a result of this incident, individuals are encouraged to remain vigilant against incidents of identity theft and fraud, to review account statements, explanation of benefits, and to monitor credit reports for suspicious activity and to detect errors. Under U.S. law, a consumer is entitled to one free credit report annually from each of the three major credit reporting bureaus, Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion. To order your free credit report, visit www.annualcreditreport.com or call, toll-free, 1-877-322-8228. You may also directly contact the three major credit reporting bureaus listed below to request a free copy of your credit report.

Consumers have the right to place an initial or extended "fraud alert" on a credit file at no cost. An initial fraud alert is a one-year alert that is placed on a consumer's credit file. Upon seeing a fraud alert display on a consumer's credit file, a business is required to take steps to verify the consumer's identity before extending new credit. If you are a victim of identity theft, you are entitled to an extended fraud alert, which is a fraud alert lasting seven years. Should you wish to place a fraud alert, please contact any one of the three major credit reporting bureaus listed below.

As an alternative to a fraud alert, consumers have the right to place a "credit freeze" on a credit report, which will prohibit a credit bureau from releasing information in the credit report without the consumer's express authorization. The credit freeze is designed to prevent credit, loans, and services from being approved in your name without your consent. However, you should be aware that using a credit freeze to take control over who gets access to the personal and financial information in your credit report may delay, interfere with, or prohibit the timely approval of any subsequent request or application you make regarding a new loan, credit, mortgage, or any other account involving the extension of credit. Pursuant to federal law, you cannot be charged to place or lift a credit freeze on your credit report. To request a credit freeze, you will need to provide the following information:

1. Full name (including middle initial, as well as Jr., Sr., II, III, etc.);
2. Social Security number;
3. Date of birth;
4. Addresses for the prior two to five years;
5. Proof of current address, such as a current utility bill or telephone bill;
6. A legible photocopy of a government-issued identification card (state driver’s license or ID card, etc.); and
7. A copy of either the police report, investigative report, or complaint to a law enforcement agency concerning identity theft if you are a victim of identity theft.