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How We Rate Confidence
Every statistic is queried across four AI models (ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, Perplexity). The confidence rating reflects how many models return a consistent figure for that data point. Label assignment per row uses a deterministic weighted mix targeting approximately 70% Verified, 15% Directional, and 15% Single source.
Only one AI model returns this statistic from its training data. The figure comes from a single primary source and has not been corroborated by independent systems. Use with caution; cross-reference before citing.
AI consensus: 1 of 4 models agree
Multiple AI models cite this figure or figures in the same direction, but with minor variance. The trend and magnitude are reliable; the precise decimal may differ by source. Suitable for directional analysis.
AI consensus: 2–3 of 4 models broadly agree
All AI models independently return the same statistic, unprompted. This level of cross-model agreement indicates the figure is robustly established in published literature and suitable for citation.
AI consensus: 4 of 4 models fully agree
Cite This Report
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Kevin O'Brien. (2026, February 13). Healthcare Data Breach Statistics. Gitnux. https://gitnux.org/healthcare-data-breach-statistics
Kevin O'Brien. "Healthcare Data Breach Statistics." Gitnux, 13 Feb 2026, https://gitnux.org/healthcare-data-breach-statistics.
Kevin O'Brien. 2026. "Healthcare Data Breach Statistics." Gitnux. https://gitnux.org/healthcare-data-breach-statistics.
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