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UnitedHealth | 8-K/A: United Health Group Update on Change Healthcare Cyberattack

SEC announcement ·  Mar 8 17:18
Summary by Moomoo AI
UnitedHealth Group Incorporated reported a significant cybersecurity incident involving unauthorized access to Change Healthcare information technology systems, as detailed in an amendment to their original Form 8-K filed with the SEC. The incident, first reported on February 22, 2024, prompted immediate action from the company to isolate the affected systems and notify law enforcement, government agencies, and customers. UnitedHealth has been actively working to mitigate the impact on consumers and care providers, focusing on maintaining access to care and medications. The company has made progress in restoring services, with a press release on March 7, 2024, outlining interim measures and timelines for system restoration. Key systems such as electronic prescribing and claim submission are now functional, with further services expected to be restored throughout...Show More
UnitedHealth Group Incorporated reported a significant cybersecurity incident involving unauthorized access to Change Healthcare information technology systems, as detailed in an amendment to their original Form 8-K filed with the SEC. The incident, first reported on February 22, 2024, prompted immediate action from the company to isolate the affected systems and notify law enforcement, government agencies, and customers. UnitedHealth has been actively working to mitigate the impact on consumers and care providers, focusing on maintaining access to care and medications. The company has made progress in restoring services, with a press release on March 7, 2024, outlining interim measures and timelines for system restoration. Key systems such as electronic prescribing and claim submission are now functional, with further services expected to be restored throughout March. UnitedHealth has also implemented funding support programs for providers impacted by the cyberattack. Despite the incident, the company does not anticipate a material impact on its financial condition or results of operations. UnitedHealth continues to investigate the extent of the data affected and believes the issue is specific to Change Healthcare, with all other company systems operational.
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