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Recently affected by the #ChangeHealth cyberattack? To help those impacted, CollaborateMD has implemented proactive measures to protect current and future clients! At CMD, we understand the importance of protecting your patients and your own data. We remain focused on maintaining the highest standards of service and security, while minimizing the impact of this attack. You can trust CollaborateMD has the secure medical billing tools needed to simplify your revenue cycle management. Learn more now: https://ow.ly/EFXZ50QR3Q8 #HealthcareSecurity #DataProtection #HealthcareInnovation

Attention healthcare professionals! 🚀 Ever wondered about the journey of PHI (Protected Health Information) throughout its lifecycle? Our latest article delves into the nitty-gritty of PHI Lifecycle Management. PatientCalls is not just providing solutions; we're redefining data security in healthcare. From the moment data is created to its secure disposal, we're there at every step ensuring compliance and confidentiality. Dive into our article to learn how we're revolutionizing healthcare security. Click the link below to explore more! https://hubs.ly/Q02B4btV0 #PHI #HealthcareData #PatientCalls

How vulnerable is our healthcare network? Cyberattack on Prescription Processor Disrupts U.S. Healthcare and Military Clinics The U.S. healthcare system is grappling with a significant cyberattack against Change Healthcare, a major prescription processing service provider, now in its third day of downtime. This disruption has led to long waits for customers at pharmacies and impacted U.S. military clinics worldwide. Change Healthcare, merged with Optum in 2022, is part of UnitedHealth Group’s Optum business. The attack has affected systems that support over 67,000 pharmacies and 129 million individual customers. UnitedHealth reported to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission that a nation-state might be behind this cyberattack. Carter Groome, CEO of First Health Advisory, compared the situation to the 2021 Colonial Pipeline cyberattack, emphasizing the potential for severe and lasting consequences in healthcare. The American Hospital Association has advised healthcare facilities to disconnect from Optum and check their systems for vulnerabilities. Tricare, the U.S. military’s healthcare provider, has reported that all military pharmacies, clinics, and hospitals worldwide are affected, resorting to manual prescription processing. Landstuhl Regional Medical Center in Germany and several U.S. military bases have warned of delays in prescription services. This incident highlights the fragility of healthcare infrastructure and underscores the need for robust cybersecurity measures. With 2023 already witnessing record levels of attacks on healthcare organizations, it’s a stark reminder of the importance of protecting sensitive patient information and ensuring uninterrupted service for patient safety. #Cybersecurity #Healthcare #DataBreach #MilitaryHealth #Pharmacy #UnitedHealth #ChangeHealthcare #Optum #Tricare #CyberAttack #InfoSec

ICYMI: the U.S. healthcare system just experienced its most significant cyberattack… so far. The attack targeted Change Healthcare, a medical payment processing subsidiary of UnitedHealth Group’s Optum division, and has left doctors and hospitals unable to process payments electronically. The attack has left independent practices and large health systems alike struggling to maintain operations amid the financial strain stemming from the sudden electronic payment impasse. This is a dire situation and underscores the healthcare system’s vulnerability in the face of ransomware and other types of cyberattacks. The Federal government and UnitedHealth have announced relief measures, but healthcare providers argue these are insufficient to address the immediate financial challenges. The American Hospital Association and other industry bodies are calling for even more robust action from the federal government, sparking a broader discussion about cybersecurity in healthcare. This incident reveals a stark truth: we need more funding and focus on safeguarding critical infrastructure, more concrete solutions, and a coordinated response in place to bolster the healthcare sector’s cybersecurity posture.

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🔒 🏥 In the rapidly evolving healthcare landscape, security is paramount. Traditional access control systems struggle to keep pace, leaving facilities vulnerable to risks like data breaches. Identity verification emerges as a crucial defense, ensuring access is only granted to authorized personnel. As healthcare systems continue to adapt and meet complex security challenges, Tx Systems stands at the forefront, securing institutions with cutting-edge solutions. Discover more about the landscape of security in healthcare and its modern challenges in our latest blog post! #HealthcareSecurity #AccessControl https://lnkd.in/ghCcrnT6

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The #UnitedHealth cyberattack has shaken up the US healthcare system, and the risk of relying on a single vendor for critical operational functions and consulting support is higher than ever before. Fortify your organization against future threats with an independent third-party partner like Clearlink. Let’s build resiliency and manage these risks together: https://hubs.la/Q02nWDvN0 #ALPHV #BlackCat #Optum #ChangeHealthcare

Federal authorities and HHS warn of risk to #healthcare organizations the threat from a compromised ConnectWise’s ScreenConnect by a third-party pharmacy vendor across all 50 states. Steve Akers and Kim Singletary review some of the uncovered issues and share what organizations can learn from this as vendors or healthcare providers. #cybersecurity #clearperspectivepodcast

Do you know exactly how your vendors are connecting and what they are using to support their solutions for your organization? Listen and see if this might become a new priority in managing risk better for healthcare.