The Change Healthcare Cyberattack and the Response

The cyberattack on UnitedHealthcare Group-owned Change Healthcare, a major electronic health payment clearinghouse, exposed a significant vulnerability in the US healthcare system by affecting 96% of the country’s health care providers. The attack resulted in severe disruptions, including delays in claims processing, forced hiring of extra staff, and considerable financial losses for hospitals and health systems. Additionally, it brought attention to the need for better cyber security measures and business continuity planning in the health care sector.