Change Healthcare Data Breach Affects 100 Million, Including 940,000 Medicare Beneficiaries, Reports HHS Office for Civil Rights

Oct 24, 2024, 04:03 PM

A significant data breach at Change Healthcare, a subsidiary of UnitedHealth Group, has reportedly affected approximately 100 million individuals in the United States. This breach, identified by the Department of Health and Human Services Office for Civil Rights, highlights the vulnerabilities in healthcare cybersecurity. Additionally, over 940,000 Medicare beneficiaries have been specifically impacted by this incident. The breach raises concerns about the security of sensitive health information and the potential implications for those affected.