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The recent ransomware attack on Change Healthcare highlights the fragility of the US healthcare system, with patients struggling to access and afford their medicines nationwide. Read our latest brief to understand the impact on patients and potential solutions manufacturers can consider #AccessForward https://lnkd.in/ghae9ngF

If you are running a Patient Savings Program (copay, voucher, bridge) you could be significantly affected if you process claims through Change Healthcare. Patches and workarounds are being completed, but business rules, protections and reporting mechanisms are severely compromised in these approaches. Need help? Unsure if you need help? Reach out to Hayden.

Cyber incidents affecting hospitals and health systems have led to extended care disruptions, patient diversions to other facilities, and delayed medical procedures, all putting patient safety at risk. Read and listen 👉 https://lttr.ai/AOIa7 #PatientPrivacy #HIPAA #InfoSec

Cyber attacks on U.S. hospitals have more than doubled in recent years, putting the viability of the healthcare industry at risk. One such attack targeted Johnson Memorial Health in Indiana, where hackers demanded a $3 million ransom, which the hospital refused to pay, according to a Side Effects Public Media article. The attack caused significant disruptions to patient care, forcing hospital staff to resort to low-tech methods. This resulted in long-term financial losses and billing delays. In addition, the emergency department had to divert ambulances, and the obstetrics unit struggled to monitor vital signs. Given that cyber attacks on hospitals cost an average of $10 million per incident, healthcare institutions must take proactive measures, including implementing robust cybersecurity measures and having disaster recovery plans in place. Paying ransoms is not recommended, as it could result in legal and financial liabilities. Read more at https://lnkd.in/gJsqvet7. #Healthcare #Cybersecurity #HealthcareCybersecurity #Ransomware #DataSecurity

🩺 Ever wondered how vulnerable healthcare organizations are to cyberthreats? Explore the aftermath of a children's hospital cyberattack in our blog below. https://bit.ly/48zAkRi

Cyber incidents affecting hospitals and health systems have led to extended care disruptions, patient diversions to other facilities, and delayed medical procedures, all putting patient safety at risk. Read and listen 👉 https://lttr.ai/AOHgD #PatientPrivacy #HIPAA #InfoSec

🩺 Ever wondered how vulnerable healthcare organizations are to cyberthreats? Explore the aftermath of a children's hospital cyberattack in our blog below. https://bit.ly/48zAkRi

Cyberattacks continue to threaten healthcare systems around the world, putting patients at risk and further eroding trust in healthcare providers. Can anything be done to reduce the risk, or will going to the doctor or hospital be a roll of the dice when it comes to personal and private data, as well as health equipment? Keith chats with Wes Wright, the chief healthcare officer at Ordr, about the ongoing threat of ransomware for healthcare systems. Check it out! https://lnkd.in/dMjPMCfH

Navigating the Change Healthcare breach? We compiled resources & advice to help healthcare providers during this time. #ChangeBreach https://lnkd.in/ek4qNzgH

A #patients worst nightmare - #cybersecurityincident in East Texas left hospitals floundering without #ambulanceaccess. They join hospitals in Connecticut, Florida, Pennsylvania, and Idaho without ambulance service in the last 9 months. Incidents like this cause #poormedicaloutcomes, #surgicaldelays, #death, #reversiontopenandpaper#medicineissues and a host of other medical issues. Attention healthcare - stop your inaction and turn to us before you last at #classactionlawsuits and #fines and #lossofreputation https://lnkd.in/gYv9vXbW